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Court Reporter / Stenographer

Court reporters create verbatim transcripts of legal proceedings, depositions, and hearings using stenographic machines or voice writing technology. Florida's massive legal industry — driven by high litigation volume, large law firm presence, and active court system — makes it one of the strongest court reporter markets in the nation, with Miami deposition reporters commanding some of the highest freelance rates.

FL Median Salary
$62,000
Entry Salary
$41,000
Experienced
$95,000
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: FL Supreme Court Certified Court Reporter (FLCR): pass FL Supreme Court exam (written and skills); machine shorthand reaching 225 WPM required
  • Florida license required: Yes (FL Supreme Court — Certified Court Reporter (FLCR) designation)

Career Path

  1. Student Stenographer → Intern → Official/Freelance Reporter → Senior Reporter → Firm Owner / CART Provider

Top Florida Employers

FL judicial circuits (official court reporters)VeritextU.S. Legal SupportPlanet DeposStenograph-affiliated agenciesSelf-employment (freelance)

Related Programs

  • Stenography/Court Reporting Program
  • CART Captioning Certificate
  • Voice Writing Technology Certificate
  • FL FLCR Exam Prep
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