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10 WAYS FOR ATTORNEYS TO IMPROVE THEIR COMMUNICATION WITH SPANISH SPEAKERS THROUGH AN INTERPRETER -BY ESTHER M. HERMIDA, FCCI, CACCI.

2022-01-19T18:24:06+00:00

​It is with respect and admiration for your profession that I offer a few pointers concerning your communication with your Spanish-speaking clients. After all, I am the one who communicates your words into Spanish. I have been present in hundreds of legal proceedings, ranging from attorney/client meetings to trials, and I want to share my [...]

10 WAYS FOR ATTORNEYS TO IMPROVE THEIR COMMUNICATION WITH SPANISH SPEAKERS THROUGH AN INTERPRETER -BY ESTHER M. HERMIDA, FCCI, CACCI. 2022-01-19T18:24:06+00:00

​GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR INTERPRETER

2022-01-19T18:24:06+00:00

When requesting the services of a court certified interpreter, directly or through a language service provider, get ready to provide the following: Case name Case number Location of proceeding Language required A time estimate The subject of the proceeding A copy of the deposition notice or proceeding You must be as specific as possible when [...]

​GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR INTERPRETER 2022-01-19T18:24:06+00:00

WHAT IS A COURT INTERPRETER?

2022-01-19T18:24:06+00:00

A court interpreter is an expert in language interpreting for legal proceedings. Also known as a certified court interpreter, this is a specialized field. Most states, if not all, require certification for all services performed in court or any legal proceeding outside the courthouse.The certification process consists of a written exam. After passing said exam, [...]

WHAT IS A COURT INTERPRETER? 2022-01-19T18:24:06+00:00