Legal transcription
Free legal transcription for faster first drafts.
Upload depositions, hearings, client calls, or attorney dictation. Get speaker-labeled text with timestamps, review for accuracy before any official use.
- Speaker labels
- Timestamps
- Long-form editor
- Free to try
Upload legal audio or video
Deposition recordings, hearing audio, client intake calls, drop your file and get a draft transcript to review.
File Transcribe provides free legal transcription for depositions, hearings, client calls, and attorney dictation, turning recorded proceedings into editable draft text with speaker labels and timestamps. Upload MP3, WAV, or MP4 on this page and review structured output in a long-form editor built for hours of testimony. Correct names, exhibits, and legal terms before export to your case management or document system. This is a productivity tool for first drafts, not certified court reporting, always have qualified staff verify accuracy before filings or client deliverables. Try free with no account required.
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Who uses this
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Deposition drafts
Speed up the first pass on deposition audio before paralegal or attorney review. Speaker labels separate examining counsel, witnesses, and court reporters so you can verify Q&A attribution quickly. Timestamps tie every quote to the exact moment in the recording for exhibit cross-reference.
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Hearing recordings
Convert hearing audio into searchable text with speaker attribution for motions, arguments, and rulings. Search the transcript for key terms, case citations, and procedural moments instead of scrubbing through hours of audio. Export TXT for your case file after names and exhibits are corrected.
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Client intake calls
Turn recorded intake sessions into editable notes for your case file and conflict checks. Capture scope, timelines, and client statements in searchable text from the first conversation. Review and anonymize sensitive details in the editor before sharing with the broader legal team.
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Attorney dictation
Dictate case summaries, memos, and brief outlines, get text instead of retyping from scratch. Upload voice memos from your phone or desktop dictation app and edit legal terminology in the workspace. Export the corrected draft to Word, your DMS, or case management system.
How it works
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Enable speakers & timestamps
Get structured text ready for legal review with speaker labels on every line. Rename speakers to match your case participants before export.
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Verify and export
Correct names, exhibits, and terms, then export the draft. Always have qualified staff verify accuracy before filings, submissions, or client deliverables.
What you get
Speaker identification
See who said what in multi-party depositions and hearings. Rename labels to counsel, witness, and judge for clearer attribution throughout long transcripts.
Timestamp navigation
Jump to exact moments when verifying quotes, exhibits, or procedural objections. Every line ties back to a specific point in the source recording.
Long-form editor
Built for reviewing hours of testimony, not a tiny text box. Search, scroll, and edit deposition drafts in a workspace designed for legal review workflows.
TXT export
Download for your case management or document system after review. Sign in to save transcripts to your library and search across past deposition drafts.
Guide
Draft transcripts for legal review
Legal professionals use transcription to create first drafts of depositions, hearings, client calls, and dictation. AI transcription speeds up the initial pass; attorneys and paralegals still review for accuracy before any official use.
File Transcribe provides speaker identification, timestamps, and an editor designed for long-form review, not a replacement for certified court reporting where required by jurisdiction.
Typical legal use cases
- Deposition and hearing first drafts
- Client intake call notes
- Attorney dictation and voice memos
- Internal case summaries from recorded interviews
Workflow
- Upload your audio or video file (MP3, WAV, MP4, etc.).
- Enable speaker labels and timestamps.
- Edit names, exhibits, and legal terms in the workspace.
- Export TXT for your case management or document system.
Important note
File Transcribe is a productivity tool, not a certified legal transcription service. Always have qualified staff verify accuracy before filings, submissions, or client deliverables. Check local rules for admissibility and certification requirements.
Privacy
Control retention via your plan. Guest files delete after 24 hours; saved transcripts follow plan retention settings. Do not upload privileged material unless your organization's policies allow cloud processing.
Get started
Upload a recording to generate a draft transcript. Sign in to save work to your dashboard and export in multiple formats.
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External links
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FAQ
Common questions
Is this certified court reporting?
No. This produces draft transcripts for review, not certified court reporter output. Check local rules for certification, admissibility, and formatting requirements before using any draft in official proceedings.
Can it handle multi-speaker depositions?
Yes. Enable speaker labels to separate voices in the transcript, examining counsel, witnesses, and other participants. Review and rename labels after upload for accurate Q&A attribution throughout long depositions.
How should I handle privileged material?
Do not upload privileged content unless your organization's policies allow cloud processing. Guest files delete after 24 hours; signed-in retention follows your plan settings. Consult your firm's IT and ethics policies before uploading sensitive case material.
What audio and video formats are supported?
MP3, WAV, M4A, MP4, MOV, and most common recorder and video platform exports. Upload deposition audio from digital recorders, Zoom exports, or court reporting software downloads.
Can paralegals use this for first-pass transcription?
Yes. Many legal teams use AI transcription to speed up the initial draft, then have paralegals or attorneys review and correct names, exhibits, and terminology. This workflow reduces manual typing without replacing qualified legal review.
Is legal transcription free to try?
Yes. Upload and transcribe on this page within guest limits, no signup required. Sign in for a saved library, longer files on Pro plans, and search across past deposition drafts.
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