Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Legal Interpreter
Independent Management Services
Federal Regional , Thailand
03.2008 - Current
Interpreted conversations between attorneys, clients, witnesses and other parties involved in the legal process.
Worked with court staff to ensure that all necessary paperwork was completed correctly.
Provided accurate and timely interpretation services for legal proceedings in both English and Spanish.
Adhered to strict confidentiality standards when handling sensitive information related to cases.
Drafted wills, powers of attorney, trusts and estate planning documents.
Negotiated and drafted settlement agreements to resolve litigated cases.
Served as an impartial interpreter for both sides in civil disputes or criminal proceedings.
Used in-depth knowledge of legal precedents to analyze probable outcomes of cases.
Attended continuing education courses related to interpreting practices in order to stay current on best practices.
Presented court cases to jurors and judges.
Explained technical terms used in legal documents such as contracts or pleadings in plain language for non-English speaking individuals.
Applied basic knowledge of civil and criminal procedures, court requirements and district practices to implement applications needed for criminal cases and matters.
Collaborated closely with courtroom personnel such as bailiffs, clerks and stenographers during hearings or trials.
Communicated effectively with individuals who had limited English proficiency about their rights and responsibilities under the law.
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