What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Stenographer position at New York State Unified Court System?
Job Title: Appellate Law Stenographer
About the Courts:
The New York State Unified Court System (NYS UCS) is one of the largest and most diverse court systems in the nation, responsible for delivering fair, efficient, and accessible justice to the people of New York. With courts operating in every county statewide, NYS UCS supports a wide range of legal proceedings and provides essential services that uphold the rule of law. The court system is committed to integrity, professionalism, and public service across all operations.
Position Overview:
The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Legal Stenographer for the Appellate Division, Second Department in Brooklyn, NY.
Key Responsibilities:
- Extensive typing and formatting of confidential reports, memoranda, appeal decisions, and motion orders
- Corresponding with Justices and their staff
- Maintaining office records; and performing related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or the equivalent and three (3) years of legal stenographic experience; or Satisfactory completion of a business or commercial course beyond the high school level including course work in legal stenography and two (2) years of legal stenographic experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Excellent typing skills, strong word processing skills and attention to detail are required
- Knowledge of both WordPerfect and Microsoft Word are preferred
- Applicants must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and respond to shifting priorities, possess good interpersonal and communication skills, and can handle sensitive matters in a confidential manner
- Familiarity with cite checking is helpful for this position
Employment Type:
- Full-time
Salary & Compensation:
• Base Salary: $61,424 $4,920 LOCATION PAY
Location:
Brooklyn, NY
How to Apply:
All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf), a resume, and cover letter by email to AD2-Postings@nycourts.gov with the appropriate announcement number in the subject line or by mail to:
Appellate Division, 2nd Department
45 Monroe Place Brooklyn, New York 11201
Attention: Human Resources Department
What the Courts Offer:
- Competitive Compensation
- 13 Paid Holidays
- NYS Pension Plan
- 20 Paid Vacation Days within the first year
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
Full Job Description can be reviewed here: 52667_appellate_law_stenographer.pdf
Applications must be postmarked or received by: November 18, 2026
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
It is the policy of the UCS to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including freedom from sexual harassment), sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or, in certain circumstances, prior criminal record.
Salary : $61,424