Jose Ortega
Greeley,CO
Summary
Adept at bridging language barriers, I enhanced courtroom efficiency and access to justice in roles with the 19th Judicial District Courts and as a self-employed interpreter. My fluency in bilingualism and strong work ethic led to significant improvements in case handling. Specializing in simultaneous interpretation and professional ethics, I consistently upheld judicial integrity and facilitated clear communication.
Passionate Interpreter offering superior language experience to bridge communication gaps for better understanding and productivity. Employs empathic, mindful approach to avoid potential conflicts caused by lack of cultural knowledge. Operates well in both online and in-person scenarios, facilitating conversations despite scheduling issues or geographical limitations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Court Interpreter
19th Judicial District Courts
01.2014 - Current
- Ensured confidentiality of all interpreted information according to court regulations protecting privileged communications between parties involved in legal proceedings.
- Assisted in the training of new court interpreters, sharing best practices for maintaining accuracy and professionalism in high-pressure situations.
- Increased access to justice for limited English proficient individuals by bridging the language gap in various legal matters.
- Exhibited exceptional listening skills when interpreting simultaneous oral statements from multiple sources in a fast-paced courtroom setting.
- Supported judicial system integrity with the consistent application of ethical guidelines during interpretation assignments.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances within the courtroom environment while maintaining professionalism under pressure.
- Facilitated smooth communication flow between judges, lawyers, witnesses, defendants, plaintiffs through consecutive interpretation techniques.
- Developed expertise in specialized legal vocabulary across diverse practice areas such as family law, criminal law, immigration law, and civil litigation cases.
Freelance Court Interpreter
Self-Employed
09.2005 - 01.2014
- Interpreted in extensive and various courtroom settings.
- Enhanced courtroom efficiency by providing accurate and timely interpretation services for non-English speaking individuals.
- Contributed to fair trial outcomes by offering clear and precise interpretations of witness testimonies and attorney arguments.
- Continuously improved linguistic skills through professional development opportunities such as workshops, seminars, and language courses to stay current with industry standards and best practices.
- Maintained professional demeanor while interpreting sensitive and emotionally charged content, ensuring unbiased communication between parties.
- Supported judicial system integrity with the consistent application of ethical guidelines during interpretation assignments.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZHigh School Diploma -
American School
Lansing, Illinois 05-2001
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Fluent Bilingualism
- Courtroom Etiquette
- Verbal Communication
- Stress Tolerance
- Continuing education
- Detail orientation
- Consecutive interpretation
- Simultaneous interpretation
- Relationship Building
- Professional ethics
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Court Interpreter Certification State of Colorado November 2008
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Court Interpreter
19th Judicial District Courts
01.2014 - Current
Freelance Court Interpreter
Self-Employed
09.2005 - 01.2014
- Court Interpreter Certification State of Colorado November 2008
Associate of Science - Computer Science
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
American School
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