This session covers fundamentals of legal interpreting, providing guidance both for attorneys and for interpreters in conducting legal interviews. We discuss practical considerations of client interviews; mechanics of conveying information completely and directly (e.g., techniques to use and avoid, how to seek clarification); and ethical considerations.
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The Legal Aid Association of California (LAAC) produces trainings designed for civil legal aid and pro bono attorneys throughout the state, bringing the experts directly to the advocates helping low-income Californians. Technology permitting, all trainings are recorded and archived for later on-demand viewing by advocates. This training is intended to provide legal information, not legal advice, for the purposes of training only practicing attorneys. The legal information in this webinar is not intended to be a substitute for seeking personalized legal advice from an attorney licensed to practice in your jurisdiction.