Job Description
Job Description
Peña and Kahn, PLLC a personal injury litigation law firm located in the Bronx, NY is looking to hire a Spanish interpreter. The interpreter coordinates and provides interpreting for staff and limited-English speaking clients in order to facilitate good communication. The interpreter will also provide sight translation of documents, including but not limited to, consent forms and court documents. The interpreter must be able to work well under pressure and react quickly to solve complex linguistic and ethical problems as they arise. The interpreter is to interpret in an accurate and complete manner.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Demonstrate accurate ability to interpret verbally and transcribe written information in the Spanish and English
- Adjusts to changing situations and work assignments
- Collaborate with peers, attorneys, and support staff
- Recognizes and respects social, cultural and religious beliefs and practices in the provision of care.
Qualifications:
- Native Speaker fluency in Spanish
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills (both languages)
- Minimum 2 years of interpreting experience
- Well versed in legal terminology
- Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation and polite expressions.
- Customer welcoming attitude
Company DescriptionPeña & Kahn, PLLC has over 100 employees dedicated to serving the needs of the community from its three offices in the Bronx and one in Queens (Jackson Heights). By strategically navigating through the legal system, we have earned a reputation as being a relentless advocate for those in need of a voice. Our bilingual staff and fleet of attorneys will see your case through to the finish and will get you the compensation you deserve.
Company Description
Peña & Kahn, PLLC has over 100 employees dedicated to serving the needs of the community from its three offices in the Bronx and one in Queens (Jackson Heights). By strategically navigating through the legal system, we have earned a reputation as being a relentless advocate for those in need of a voice. Our bilingual staff and fleet of attorneys will see your case through to the finish and will get you the compensation you deserve.