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MY Services
proofreading - SCOPING - TRANSCRIPTION
I proof using PDF annotation software and edit directly onto the PDF using red ink and yellow highlighting, or directly into CaseCAT. My scoping work is restricted to CaseCAT, but we can talk about working with other software. My transcription is done in Word or CaseCAT, depending on requirements. My standard resources are: Morson’s, The Gregg Reference Manual, books by Margie Wakeman Wells, Merriam-Webster Dictionary, and NCRA Guidelines. To guarantee I am proofing or scoping to your standards, I encourage my clients to fill-in my Reporter Preference Sheet, or provide me with one you have already created. For transcription guidelines I default to court/state/federal requirements.
Proofreading and scoping includes line-by-line review for: FORMATTING. This includes spacing, alignment, page breaks, line breaks, and standardizing addresses. SPELLING. I look for consistency, and perform research to confirm spellings of names and places. PUNCTUATION. I look for correct usage of parentheses, commas, semi-colons, quotation marks, and hyphens to ensure maximum readability. CAPITALIZATION. I am on the lookout for proper nouns, generic vs. brand name medications, legal titles (Court, Defendant, Plaintiff, etc.). WORD USAGE. Words get dropped, and words get swapped, and sometimes misstrokes happen. Keeping verbatim record in mind, I will look for missing words, incorrect words, and spelling errors. DOCUMENTS. I will double-check accuracy and consistency of all dates, names, addresses, page numbers, and exhibit numbers used throughout the transcript. I will make sure the title page and notice are in agreement, that exhibits are marked, and that the Certificate of Oath & Reporter's Certificate are included.
For transcription services, please click here for the order form.
the process
make contact
Prior to sending your transcript for proofing or scoping, call me or send me an email with your turnaround time and page count, and I will confirm my availability.
send/ORDER your transcript
After confirming availability, email your work to amie@ask-amie.com, upload via Dropbox or your preferred method, or send me your CaseCAT backup files. You are welcome to call or text me at 415.336.4208 to confirm receipt. Need help converting your file to PDF? It’s easy! Ask me for instructions. I will confirm receipt of your transcript and we will agree on the rate and deadline via email or text.
For transcription services, please click here for the order form.
receive your transcript
If I am proofing in PDF, I will email you a PDF file of the annotated pages only. Please make sure you have the latest version of Adobe Reader to see the corrections. Jobs done in CaseCAT will be returned via CaseCAT backup files.
pay your bill
Payment can be made via PayPal, Zelle, or Venmo.
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