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Maria Fuentes

MTI
Cabazon,CA
15
years of professional experience

Fluent Bilingual Interpreter specializing in client confidentiality and cultural mediation. Delivered accurate translations and facilitated effective communication in legal and community settings, enhancing client satisfaction and relationships. Committed to improving understanding for non-English speaking clients through cultural sensitivity and attention to detail.

Work History

MTI Interpreter

9 Years 11 Months
MTI | 09.2016 - Current
  • Translated legal documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to terminology standards.
  • Facilitated communication between non-English speaking clients and service providers to ensure understanding.
  • Assisted in cultural mediation during client meetings, enhancing client relationships and satisfaction.
  • Developed glossaries for industry-specific terms, improving translation consistency across projects.

Interpreter

9 Years 11 Months
Self Employment | 12.2011 - 11.2021

translated and interpreted depositions and written material for attorneys, handling up to 80 pages per project and researching relevant content to ensure accuracy and context

  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
  • Worked in various settings such as State court, Juvenile Court, and Family court

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

San Diego State University | San Diego, CA | 12.1984

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

San Diego State University | San Diego, CA | 12.1984

Skills

Bilingual communication
Client support
Interpersonal communication
Cross-cultural communication
Relationship building
Legal terminology
Client confidentiality
Professional ethics

Timeline

MTI Interpreter

MTI
09.2016 - CurrentRead More

Interpreter

Self Employment
12.2011 - 11.2021Read More

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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San Diego State University

Bachelor of Arts from Spanish
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Maria Fuentes