Untold Stories of Court Interpreting (Ep. 37)

Description:

In Part 2 of our conversation with Jessica Escobar, an experienced court interpreter for the Second Judicial District Court, we explore the deeply human side of courtroom interpreting.

From emotionally charged testimony to traumatic case content, court interpreters often absorb the weight of the stories they help communicate. Jessica shares the unseen emotional toll of the job, the concept of vicarious trauma, and how interpreters carry the voices of others.

This episode is a powerful reminder that interpreting is not just about language, it’s about access, advocacy, and carrying stories that might otherwise go unheard.

🎙️ Part 1 offers a foundational look at the role of court interpreters. Be sure to listen if you haven’t

State Bar of Nevada CLE Course ID: P_20250404_50632

Certificate of Attendance: https://ow.ly/ooSi50UnWjZ

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the primary responsibilities of court interpreters in legal proceedings.
2. Describe the qualifications and skils required to accurately interpret in a courtroom setting.
3. Explain the unique challenges court interpreters face.
4. Assess the congnitive demands of interpreting in high-stakes legal environments.
5. Recognize the critical role court interpreters play in protecting access to justice and ensuring meaningful participation for limited English proficiency (LEP) individuals.

Faculty: Jessica Escobar, Court Interpreter, Second Judicial District Court

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Audience:

• Judges and court staff
• Legal professionals
• Educators
• Anyone interested in court interpreting

CLE/CJE: 0.5 CLE/CJE credit hours are available until December 31, 2028.