About this career
Scopists edit the transcripts created by court reporters in order to make of them a readable professional legal document. They listen or read to the reports given to them in order to apply punctuation, missing words, format, and improve the accuracy of the document.
Essential skills
apply grammar and spelling rules
observe confidentiality
provide written content
study court hearings
type error-free documents
type texts from audio sources
use dictionaries
use free typing techniques
Required knowledge
grammar
legal terminology
spelling
stenography
transcription methods
Additional skills
compile legal documents
develop documentation in accordance with legal requirements
digitise documents
ensure proper document management
liaise with typists
manage data for legal matters
perform office routine activities
record court procedures
use shorthand
use shorthand computer program
use stenotype machines
write meeting reports
court procedures
legal case management
Also known as
freelance scopist
