01What is consecutive interpretation?
The interpreter renders each statement in full after the speaker finishes it, instead of speaking at the same time. Depositions, USCIS interviews, IEP meetings and most medical appointments use it because every statement is rendered completely and the record stays exact.
02How is it different from simultaneous interpretation?
Simultaneous interpreting runs at the same time as the speaker, through headsets or a conference platform, and is used for conferences and large meetings. Consecutive interpreting runs in turns. It is slower, needs no equipment, and gives a clean record.
03Can it be done on-site, by video or by phone?
Yes. The same court-certified or medically credentialed interpreter can work in person at your venue, on your video platform or on a phone call. Choose the format when you book.
04Are the interpreters certified for legal work?
Yes. Court matters go to interpreters with federal or state court certification. Every match is checked before the assignment is confirmed.
05Are the interpreters credentialed for medical work?
Yes. Medical appointments go to interpreters certified by CCHI (Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters) or NBCMI (National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters).
06How far in advance should I book?
Book as soon as you have the date. Common languages are usually available at short notice. Rare languages, multi-day proceedings and USCIS interviews in a rare language need more notice, so we can match and brief the right interpreter.
07How is a booking priced?
By the hour, for the hours you book, and the total shows before you pay. Book a little longer than you expect the appointment to take, so it does not end while people are still talking.
08Which languages do you cover?
70 languages, into and out of English. Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Arabic, Russian, Korean, Tagalog, Haitian Creole, Portuguese and French confirm fastest. Rare languages such as Burmese and Pashto need more notice.