Digital Court Reporter​/Scopist

Digital Court Reporter / Scopist (Full-time or Contract) Compensation

$50,000–$65,000 annually for full-time employees, starting point based on experience; $30 per hour for digital court reporting contract work; $1.25 to $2.50 per page for scoping contract work (exact rate dependent on turnaround time).

Baltimore, MD region (mix of in-person proceedings + remote work, majority remote)

Full-time (W2), Part-time, or Contract

MGM Reporting, a division of MGM Trial Services, is seeking professional and adaptable Digital Court Reporter to serve as the custodian of the legal record during depositions. Our firm utilizes audio/video recording equipment and ASR transcription software to capture testimony.

This position may be fulfilled by a full-time employee or by one or more contractors.

The ideal, full-time candidate will not only serve as an officer of the proceedings—administering oaths, ensuring participants speak clearly and one at a time, handling exhibits, verifying spellings, and so on. S/he will further scope and proofread the majority of the deposition transcripts. The reporter, not a secondary transcriptionist, will certify all transcripts.

The full-time position is hybrid
, with both remote and in-person work in the Baltimore - D.C. region (the majority remote). Contractors in certain capacities may be fully remote.

Digital reporter candidates must have, or be eligible to obtain, a State Notary commission.

• Set up and operate audio/video recording equipment for depositions, troubleshooting when necessary.
• Administer oaths and ensure proceedings are conducted clearly and professionally.
• Manage transcription software during proceedings, diarizing appropriately to ensure adequate rough transcripts.
• Scope and proofread transcripts to ensure verbatim accuracy.
• Exercise critical judgment in resolving ambiguities.
• Verify spellings for proper names and other technical details.
• Ensure transcripts meet legal formatting conventions and company standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive legal materials.
• Adhere to project deadlines while maintaining meticulous accuracy.

• Excellent listening, communication, and editorial skills.
• Professional appearance and client-facing demeanor.
• Reliability, adaptability, and calmness under pressure.
• Comfort with technology; willingness to learn new hardware and software.
• Ability to lift and transport equipment (approx. 30 lbs.).

• An exceptional command of English grammar, usage, and mechanics.
• Full-time candidates must be AAERT certified (CDR and CET) within one year of employment.
• Full-time candidates must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed for assignment-related travel).

• Eligibility to become a Maryland Notary.
• At least 1 year of experience in legal, technical, or professional settings.
• 2- or 4-year degree.
• A proven background in professional writing and editing.
• Familiarity with legal, medical, and business terminology.

MGM Trial Services has provided cutting-edge litigation support services to the premier law firms in the Mid-Atlantic for over 20 years.
This position is an opportunity to participate in one of our fastest-growing divisions. We view this role as a mutual investment
, in which you are given the resources to grow with us—to become an asset to our tight-knit team.

We want to cultivate the linguistic precision, editorial judgment, and attention to detail that you already possess. We can provide training on the equipment, software, and workflows. What we value most is your ability to listen attentively, to read fastidiously, and to support clients with confidence. In return, you’ll receive competitive pay and the opportunity to grow into a highly skilled Digital Court Reporter.