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Official Court Reporter - USDC, Northern District of California

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California is seeking a skilled and motivated Official Court Reporter to join our team. This position may be based in San Francisco, San Jose, or Oakland.

Our reporters support a fast-paced and collaborative environment, covering both in-person and remote (Zoom) proceedings across the district. As one of the busiest and most high-profile federal courts in the country, we handle a wide range of complex and groundbreaking cases. From intellectual property, biotech litigation, Silicon Valley technology, high-stakes criminal cases and civil rights matters, our court reporters are essential to the federal judiciary.

We offer a competitive salary along with full federal benefits, and new reporters are immediately included in the courts trial rotation. The position offers exceptional earning potential as well. In 2024, in-person court reporters earned between $98,000 and $194,000 in transcript fees alone. If you’re looking to elevate your career while contributing to the work that matters, we invite you to apply today!

Court reporters are key members of the judicial team, working closely with judges, attorneys, and fellow reporters to ensure accurate and timely transcripts of court proceedings. This dynamic role offers a blend of in-person collaboration and substantial telework flexibility. Some travel across our San Francisco, San Jose or Oakland courthouses is expected.

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