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Why You Need to Hire a Court-Certified Interpreter
Uncertified interpreters put your case at risk. Learn why court-certified interpreters are essential for depositions, hearings, trials, and attorney-client meetings.
Questions
Why does court certification matter?
Why does court certification matter?
Court certification is tested proof that an interpreter can work accurately on the record under pressure, which is a different skill from speaking two languages well. Our post on bilingual versus certified interpreters sets out what separates them.
Is a bilingual colleague enough for a deposition?
No. A deposition produces a transcript that can be read back and challenged, which is why we match a credentialed deposition interpreter and name them on the confirmation.
What is the difference between certified and registered?
They are different credential tiers and they are not interchangeable, and which one a venue expects varies by state and by language. We confirm the tier the venue expects before assigning. Our post on federal versus state court interpreter certification explains the distinction.