Court-Certified English–Spanish Interpreter

Focus Interpreting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid per assignment

Job summary

Focus Interpreting is seeking a Court Certified English - Spanish Interpreter to join our team in the San Diego, Los Angeles and San Bernardino area. You will provide professional interpretation services in court settings, ensuring accurate communication between English and Spanish-speaking parties involved in legal proceedings.

Fluency in English and Spanish with a valid Court Certification for Spanish interpretation is required; strong legal terminology knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish with strong oral and written skills.
• Valid Court Certification for Spanish interpretation is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology and procedures.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a courtroom environment.
• Prior experience interpreting in legal settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation services in courtrooms, facilitating communication between judges, attorneys, and clients during legal procedures.
• Ensure an accurate and impartial interpretation of legal terminology, documents, and conversations in real-time.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with legal standards and ethical guidelines as mandated for court interpreters.
• Prepare for court appearances by familiarizing yourself with case materials and relevant legal terminology.
• Continuously enhance understanding of cultural nuances and legal practices to provide high-quality interpreting services.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

Court Certification (Spanish interpretation)

Job description

Focus Interpreting is seeking a Court Certified English - Spanish Interpreter to join our team in the San Diego, Los Angeles and San Bernardino area. You will provide professional interpretation services in court settings, ensuring accurate communication between English and Spanish-speaking parties involved in legal proceedings.

Fluency in English and Spanish with a valid Court Certification for Spanish interpretation is required; strong legal terminology knowledge is essential.