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Court Reporters
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Court Reporters
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What do Court Reporters do in the Military?
Where do Court Reporters work?
Court reporters work in military law offices and courtrooms.
How much do they make?
Median Military Salary
This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
$105,892
Military Salary Range
This is the range based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
This is the range based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
$25,384 - $268,784
How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you'll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Set based on rank and years of service.
- Paid every month.
Allowances are additional payments to help cover living expenses like housing and food.
- Tax-free payments.
- Varies by location and family status.
Special pay provides extra compensation for unique skills, hazardous duties, or challenging assignments.
- Based on specialized roles.
- Varies by position and duty.
What training do Court Reporters gain in the Military?
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Court reporters in the Military will gain skills through classroom study and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training content may include:
- Legal terminology
- How to prepare legal documents
- High speed transcription
- Military judicial processes
Military Training for Officers
Officers typically enter the Military after they have completed a four-year college degree. All officers complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development.
What skills help Court Reporters succeed?
- Ability to keep organized and accurate records
- Ability to listen carefully
- Interest in the law and legal proceedings
- Punctuality
- Knowledge of grammar and punctuation
- Proofreading skills
What are possible career paths after the Military?
- Word Processors and Typists
- Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners
- Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
- Court, Municipal and License Clerks
- Paralegals and Legal Assistants
- Judicial Law Clerks
- Claims Adjusters, Examiners and Investigators