How Attorneys can Market Services to Non-English Speaking Clients
Today’s cultural landscape continues to change in the US and the demand to have legal services for non-English speaking communities is growing. Immigration and naturalization firms come to mind, of course, but legal practices working in any area of law will potentially have non-English speaking clients seeking their expertise. How can attorneys and their practices […]
The Role of Legal Interpreters in Depositions
Key Points A legal deposition is a formal process in which prosecuting and defense attorneys gather sworn testimony from witnesses who cannot attend the trial. These statements are collected to use as evidence, with a court reporter present to accurately transcribe every spoken word. In cases where witnesses have limited English proficiency, a legal deposition […]
How to Proofread Like a Pro Using Microsoft Word
I’m back with another tip of the week! In this week’s post we’ll look at the reviewing tools in Microsoft Word that can be extremely helpful for proofreading a translation or giving feedback on any other kind of document. I’ll be using the first couple of paragraphs from a recent blog post that Elisabeth Willner […]
Attending an International Conference When You Don’t Speak the Language
Have you ever heard about an interesting international conference but hesitated to attend because it was hosted in a language you don’t speak? This is a common concern, but it shouldn’t stop you from attending the conference. International conferences provide a valuable platform for learning and networking, and with modern technology, there are many ways […]
The status of social media across the globe
Social media in America is frequently viewed as a series of fads: FaceBook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, and many others all give users the option of showcasing what’s important in various aspects of their lives. All of them, however, are seen as playful, allowing for banter, sharing jokes, and calling people out on social faux […]
Easiest Second Languages for English Speakers
How Similar Languages Make Learning Easier It is common knowledge that English originated in Northern Europe and later spread across the globe. Yet, many English speakers assume that learning other languages, particularly European ones, is daunting. The truth is that several languages are closely related to English, making them much easier to learn. If you’ve […]
An Intro to Text Boxes in Microsoft Word
Hello and welcome back to our tip of the week series! This week I’m going to introduce you to Word Text Boxes. Similarly to Word Shapes, text boxes are extremely useful for formatting documents for the following reasons: They draw attention to text They allow you to move the text around They allow you to […]
How can translation help in developing energy resources?
World energy resources spread across borders. Some societies prosper because of reserves of coal, crude oil or even water for nuclear or hydropower. Others must negotiate with other countries to obtain the resources they need. So, when it comes to the energy market, inter-cultural discussion is vital. Developing new and existing energy resources often depends […]
Why Translators Should Outsource Administrative Work
Introduction You’re an expert in translation. That’s why you work in the industry. So when it comes to other administrative tasks, should you try to be a renaissance person and do it all — or should you focus on your key skill? Freelance translators, when faced with marketing, accounting, and other kinds of technical work, […]
How to Translate Culture in Birth Certificates
Short documents don’t mean simple translations, and birth certificates are no exception. Written in formal language, these most-basic legal declarations require knowledge of culture for effective translation. This knowledge about the culture and the tradition of a place can later be implemented during a Birth Certificate Translation or translation of any such formal or informal […]