BILL FUNDERBURK
BONHAM CITY
Summary
Detail-oriented and experienced legal transcriptionist seeking to leverage strong typing skills, extensive knowledge of legal terminology, and proficiency in transcription software to provide accurate and confidential transcription services for legal professionals. Highly skilled in business records, academic recordings, music finance, medical, board meetings, and legal work. Seasoned and hardworking legal transcriber with five plus years in the transcription industry handling legal proceedings like depositions, hearings, trials, jury selection, care & protection, government board meetings etc. Knowledgeable about confidential requirements for legal file and HIPAA requirements for medical-related files.
To give excellent performance and to translate the experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities into value for the organization. To look for a new frontier that challenges my profession and intellectual ability and continue to excel and make a career in the industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Legal transcriber
Allegis Transcription
01.2023 - Current
- Transcribes legal documents, including court proceedings, depositions, and client interviews
- Ensures accuracy and completeness of transcriptions, adhering to legal formatting guidelines
- Researches and verifies legal terminology and references to ensure accuracy
- Uses Macros to ensure uniformity of spelling of speakers in a file
- Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and followed data protection protocols
- Uses FTR, Express Scribe, Word and WordPerfect extensively.
Remote Legal Transcriptionist
LegalProofs
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Verified accuracy of transcribed material in terms of spelling, grammar, clarity, and sentence structure prior to finalization
- Read and researched court cases and stayed current with legal news to make sure court cases cited in the legal files were transcribed correctly
- Gained knowledge on the different court requirements of different states, which included formatting and other specific guidelines
- Got introduced to Macros and used it to ensure uniformity of the names of the participants
- Collaborated with attorneys and paralegals to clarify audio recordings and resolve any discrepancies in transcripts
- Transcribed and edited legal documents, correspondence, and memos for attorneys and legal professionals
- Maintained confidentiality and handled sensitive information in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
Remote Legal Transcriptionist
Verbit.AI
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Followed specific guidelines and style rules to meet client's requirements and maintain consistency
- Learned how to use for the record (FTR) and Express Scribe for playing legal files
- Learned different formatting styles requirements for legal jobs of different states
- Sharpened Word skills and learnt how to use WordPerfect
- Transcribed and edited legal transcripts for spelling, grammar, clarity
- Learned how to research specific legal jargon and stay current with the industry terminology to provide accurate transcription services
- Strived to deliver transcribed legal files to appropriate personnel on time to increase chances of future collaboration
- Used foot pedals and noise-cancelling headsets and transcribing software to provide accurate transcripts
- Applied audio quality control techniques to provide accurate transcripts from low quality audio
- Checked completed work for proper spelling, grammar, punctuation and format
Remote English Transcriptionist
Scribie Transcription
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Started transcription career here
- Learned to use a foot pedal and greatly improved the typing speed as work involved typing from scratch without voice recognition software
- Accurately typed and maintained 98% accuracy rate for spelling and content
- Attended training sessions and workshops to improve skills and boost speed
- With transcription of legal and medical files, understood the importance of following all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality and legal confidentiality of the involved parties
- Learned how to conduct relevant research in line with the topic of the file being handled to make sure specific vocabulary related to the topic are correctly spelled.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
University of The Incarnate Word
TEXAS09.2021
Skills
- Proficient in legal terminology and transcription formatting eg, Bluebook
- Strong knowledge of legal procedures and documentation
- Excellent command of grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in transcriptions
- Familiarity with legal transcription software and equipment eg, Express Scribe, for the record
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Timeline
Independent Legal transcriber
Allegis Transcription
01.2023 - Current
Remote Legal Transcriptionist
LegalProofs
04.2022 - 04.2023
Remote Legal Transcriptionist
Verbit.AI
02.2020 - 10.2022
Remote English Transcriptionist
Scribie Transcription
02.2019 - 01.2020
BBA - Business Administration
University of The Incarnate Word
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