Browse 30 interpreters available in District of Columbia from our network of 2,312 linguists nationwide.
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Where interpretation lands in District of Columbia
From Washington to the rest of District of Columbia, interpreter bookings cluster around court hearings, medical encounters, and immigration interviews. We confirm the venue, setting, and language up front — so the interpretation lands cleanly in the room.
Our interpreters work in consecutive and simultaneous modes, on-site or remotely by video (VRI) and phone (OPI). Many are court-qualified or medically experienced, and all follow strict confidentiality and interpreter ethics standards.
Link Translations has connected clients with professional linguists since 1995. If the specialist you need is not listed in District of Columbia, our nationwide network and remote options mean we can still staff your project, usually within hours.
District of Columbia cities we coverWashington
Where this work is filed
District of Columbia venues that book our interpreters
Every booking in District of Columbia is matched to the venue — credentials, register, and mode aligned to where the session takes place.
USCIS field offices
USCIS Washington Field Office
Courts we work with
U.S. District Court · D.D.C.
D.C. Court of Appeals
Common state filings
DC Vital Records Division
DC Bar admission packets
Federal agency translations (State, Commerce, USTR)
How it works in District of Columbia
Interpreter dispatch, step by step
Every booking in District of Columbia is matched to the venue and confirmed before the day of the encounter — no cold starts.
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Your request
Tell us the venue, city in District of Columbia, date, duration, and language pair.
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Interpreter match
A credentialed interpreter is matched to the setting — court, medical, or business.
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The session
On-site at your venue, or remote by video (VRI) and phone (OPI) — confirmed and briefed in advance.
30 Interpreters
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Gregoire C.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into French and German into French. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am a French native, completely fluent in English and German and I have lots of experience as a freelance translator/proofreader.
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Armen K.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into Armenian, Armenian into English, Russian into English, and English into Russian. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I have a Master's Degree in Linguistics, near native knowledge of Russian and English, in addition to native Armenian, over 10 years of experience in translation/interpretation, including simultaneous, of high-level diplomatic talks, negotiations, legal agreements, exceptional friendliness with technology.
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Leila D.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in English into Haitian Creole, French into Haitian Creole, French into English, and Spanish into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I provide translation and consecutive interpretation between English, French, Spanish, and Haitian Creole across on-site, telephone, and video remote settings. My work spans diverse fields including legal, medical, pharmaceutical, financial, energy, environmental, biological, patent, business, and social sciences. With over a decade of experience, I ensure precise communication for complex technical and cultural nuances. I am also very strong in the translation of Educational materials. My background includes specialized training in linguistics, literature, and general medicine, which informs my approach to terminology and accuracy. I deliver reliable language solutions for direct clients and agencies, focusing on clarity and fidelity in every project.
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Martha D.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into Spanish, French into Spanish, and Portuguese (Brazil) into Spanish. Available Telephone and Video Remote.
I am a federally certified court interpreter and ATA-certified translator specializing in medical and pharmaceutical fields, with additional expertise in religion. My academic background includes an M.A. in Spanish Literature and an M.A. in Individualized Study with a major in Health Anthropology. With field work in Brazil, five years of residence and study there, and attendance, I bring deep cultural and linguistic insight to my practice. I provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation via telephone and video remote settings, working from English, French, and Brazilian Portuguese into Spanish. My career spans national and international public health, law enforcement, and development sectors, serving U.S. governmental agencies, private institutions, and global organizations.
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Cinzia R.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in English into Italian, French into Italian, and English into French. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I have been providing interpretation and translation services since 1995. I am also the owner of a language school for children that teaches Spanish, French and Italian to over 120 students per year.
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Marie-celeste M.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in French into English, English into French, Spanish into English, and English into Spanish. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
Professionally trained Spanish, French and Haitian Croole interpreter, I specialize in simultaneous and consecutive interpretation and sight translation for public and private meetings. My practice spans business, legal, marketing, medical, and social science sectors, supported by an ACTFL Oral Proficiency rating of Advanced High in French and a background as a licensed attorney. I hold Public Trust Moderate Risk Clearance from the U.S. Department of State and am eligible for French interpreter certification through the Maryland State Courts and the Consortium for State Court Interpreter Certification. My experience includes facilitating high-level diplomatic visits, providing legal and medical interpretation in hospital and court settings, and supporting community programs across diverse fields.
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Elmide M.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in Haitian Creole into English, English into Haitian Creole, French into English, and English into French. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
Ability to perform interpretation services in the following areas: medical/legal/immigration/social services.
Experienced in the areas of educational interpretation for special education services, dealing with assessment and psychological evaluation.
Also experienced with the Department of Homeland Security cases in the areas of telephone interpreting and monitoring asylum and refugee cases in detention centers(Haitian Creole<>English; French<>English. Immigration Court with
Recently edited a Haitian Creole Phrasebook containing vocabulary related to the relief effort, medical terminology(McGraw-Hill, September 2010).
Ability to edit and proofread employee manuals and academic materials.
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Narae C.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in Korean into English, English into Korean, Japanese into Korean, and Japanese into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
Being a Native Korean speaker with secondary education in Korean and near native English speaker with BA from Johns Hopkins University, I can navigate languages with accuracy, ease and profound understanding of nuance.
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Yue Y.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in English into Chinese (Mandarin) and Chinese (Mandarin) into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am a Chinese law student with specialization in International Business Law and International Trade Law.
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Narghis J.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into Russian and Russian into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
Extremely meticulous in text editing; translated a wide variety of documents and even novels; a rich vocabulary.
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Kim N.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into Vietnamese, Vietnamese into English, and Chinese (Mandarin) into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am multicultural, discreet, detail-oriented, highly ethical, innovative, intellectual, outstanding leadership, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
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Katarina C.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into Slovak, Slovak into English, and Czech into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
Extremely versatile, detail oriented, over 20 years of experience. I specialize in medical translation but continue to work in all other areas.
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Rula Q.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in English into Arabic and Arabic into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
Native Arabic speaker with 8-year experience in ArabicEnglish translation/interpretation. Strong command of Classic Arabic as well as several Arabic dialects. Very good knowledge of the culture, religions, politics in the Middle East.
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Maria S.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in Greek into English and English into Greek. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
Long experience as an interpreter in various settings.
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Christopher H.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in Arabic into English, English into Arabic, Spanish into English, and English into Spanish. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am a detail-oriented linguist working as an Arabic and Spanish interpreter and translator. Clients benefit from my acute attention to detail, strong communication skills, and ability to produce original-sounding target texts that precisely convey the original meaning. My approach balances professionalism with interpersonal polish across consecutive interpretation settings, including on-site, telephone, and video remote engagements. My particular areas of expertise include marketing materials, financial documents, legal translation and interpretation, nonprofit organization linguistic needs, medical interpretation, and academic translation. I hold a bachelor's degree earned cum laude and have received recognition for excellence in Arabic writing.
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Sandra A.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in Spanish into English, Catalan into English, English into Spanish, and English into Catalan. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I work as a translator and interpreter between English, Spanish, and Catalan. My practice covers both consecutive and simultaneous interpretation for on-site, telephone, and video remote settings. I handle translation and interpretation projects across business, legal, marketing, medical, pharmaceutical, social sciences, and telecommunications fields. My background includes serving as an assistant to the Ambassador of Spain, where I managed diplomatic protocol and provided language support. I am a certified courtroom interpreter and hold an MA in Spanish Linguistics. Beyond my client work, I have taught advanced Spanish translation and grammar. My experience ranges from technical manuals and construction plans to classic literature and high-level diplomatic correspondence.
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Irene R. D.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in Spanish into English, Portuguese (Europe) into English, German into English, and Portuguese (Brazil) into English. Available On-site, Video Remote, and Telephone.
I work as an on-site, video remote, and telephone interpreter specializing in legal proceedings. My practice focuses on consecutive interpretation from Spanish, European Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, and German into English. I bring over a decade of experience to this field, supporting clear communication in depositions, court hearings, attorney-client meetings, and other legal settings. My approach prioritizes accuracy and confidentiality while navigating complex terminology across these language pairs.
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Andrea A.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in English into Spanish and Spanish into English. Available On-site, Video Remote, and Telephone.
I interpret between English and Spanish in consecutive mode across on-site, video remote, and telephone settings. My work focuses on precise communication within biology, genetics, chemical, and medical or pharmaceutical fields, as well as business, marketing, and social sciences contexts. With over a decade of experience, I facilitate clear dialogue for complex technical discussions and professional exchanges. I ensure that nuanced terminology is accurately conveyed to support effective understanding between all parties.
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Cherlin V.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into Spanish. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am an English-to-Spanish translator and interpreter dedicated to facilitating clear communication across legal, medical, energy, and marketing sectors. My work spans both written and spoken mediums, ensuring accuracy whether I am translating complex documents or interpreting live proceedings. I handle consecutive and simultaneous interpretation in diverse settings, including immigration courts, hospitals, government agencies, and emergency services, delivered onsite, by telephone, or via video remote platforms. Beyond direct client services, I evaluate interpreter candidates to uphold high standards of language proficiency and delivery skills. My background includes supporting major political campaigns, engineering firms, and healthcare providers with precise linguistic solutions. I remain calm under pressure and focus on bridging cultural gaps to help organizations achieve their operational goals.
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Maria C.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into Spanish. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am an English-to-spanish-interpretation">Spanish interpreter working in consecutive, simultaneous, and liaison modes across on-site, telephone, and video remote settings. My practice focuses on legal, medical, pharmaceutical, and business disciplines. I hold certification as a Court Interpreter and Translator from the National Center for State Courts and have completed advanced training in medical interpretation and court interpreting skills. My background includes facilitating communication at federal and district court proceedings, hospital consultations, press conferences, and international summits involving heads of state. I also support surety and fidelity associations with specialized terminology management during committee meetings and conferences. With a Master's degree in Translation and Interpretation, I ensure precise delivery in high-stakes environments ranging from manufacturing plants to telecommunications seminars.
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George D.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in Spanish into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am a Spanish-to-English medical interpreter working in consecutive and simultaneous modes across on-site, telephone, and video remote settings. My practice focuses on clinical encounters within hospitals and specialty care, covering areas such as surgery, trauma, psychiatry, palliative care, and chaplaincy services. I hold national certification as a medical interpreter and previously maintained state certification in California. Beyond direct interpretation, I have experience teaching medical Spanish and assessing bilingual proficiency for healthcare staff. My background also includes legal research and administrative hearing representation, which informs my approach to sensitive communications in high-stakes environments.
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Davi K.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in Korean into English, Spanish into English, and Portuguese (Brazil) into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am an interpreter and translator working between English and Korean, Spanish, and Portuguese. My practice focuses on legal and medical settings, where I facilitate communication through consecutive and simultaneous modes. Whether on-site, over the phone, or via video remote platforms, I ensure precise conveyance of complex terminology for courts, clinics, and community organizations. My background includes supporting high-level conferences and workshops for clients such as the World Bank and the International Youth Foundation. In the legal sphere, I have served in various jurisdictions across circuit and juvenile court settings. I bring a dedicated, detail-oriented approach to every assignment, prioritizing clarity and accuracy in both spoken interpretation and written translation.
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Sabrina G.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in Portuguese (Brazil) into English, Spanish into English, and English into Portuguese (Brazil). Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am an interpreter working between English, Spanish, and Portuguese, with a focus on consecutive and simultaneous modes across on-site, telephone, and video remote settings. My practice centers on legal proceedings and educational environments, where I facilitate communication for parent-teacher conferences, special education meetings, and juvenile court matters. I also bring specialized knowledge to assignments in biology and genetics, ensuring precise terminology in technical discussions. My background includes certification as a Portuguese Interpreter and recognition by the Supreme Court of Virginia as a Spanish Language Interpreter. I navigate complex dialogues between parents, school officials, and legal professionals, delivering accurate sight translation and interpretation to support clear understanding in high-stakes situations.
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Jason M.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in Spanish into English and English into Spanish. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am an English-Spanish interpreter and translator working across business, legal, medical, pharmaceutical, and social science fields. My interpretation practice focuses on consecutive mode delivered on-site, by telephone, and via video remote platforms. I also translate documents between English and Spanish, ensuring precise terminology for professional and technical content. My background includes a bachelor's degree in foreign language with a major in Spanish and a certificate in Spanish-English translating. I approach every assignment with a commitment to clarity and accuracy, adapting my workflow to the specific demands of each setting and subject matter.
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Giuseppe C.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in English into Spanish and Spanish into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I interpret between English and Spanish in consecutive mode across on-site, telephone, and video remote settings. My work focuses on business, financial, legal, medical, and social science contexts. I hold certification as a North Carolina Court Interpreter and have completed the "Bridging the Gap" training for medical interpreters. My interpreting practice is informed by extensive prior experience in finance and accounting, where I managed commercial loans, audited grant documentation, and handled accounts receivable for Latin American markets. This background allows me to navigate complex terminology in mortgage banking, insurance claims, and international finance with precision during interpreted proceedings.
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Lidia B.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in English into Spanish, English into Catalan, Spanish into English, and Catalan into English. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am an English-Spanish and English-Catalan translator and interpreter working across legal, immigration, marketing, education, and business fields. My practice includes consecutive and simultaneous interpretation for on-site hearings, depositions, conferences, and community events, as well as telephone and video remote assignments. I handle complex asylum interviews, regulatory proceedings, and specialized medical or scientific gatherings while ensuring precise terminology and cultural nuance. My background includes designing and rating language proficiency examinations based on ILR criteria, where I assessed regional variants and provided detailed performance feedback. Holding a law degree and a community interpreter certificate, I deliver accurate translations, transcriptions, and summaries for diverse clients. Whether editing machine translation output, localizing company-wide materials, or producing award-winning journalistic content, I focus on clarity, grammatical accuracy, and faithful representation of the source message.
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Eric A.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in English into Spanish and Spanish into English. Available On-site, Video Remote, and Telephone.
I am an English-spanish-interpretation">Spanish interpreter working in consecutive mode across on-site, video remote, and telephone settings. My focus is on facilitating clear, accurate communication between speakers of both languages during live interactions. I adapt to the needs of each assignment, ensuring that every message is conveyed with precision and cultural awareness. Whether supporting community meetings, medical appointments, legal proceedings, or business calls, I maintain professionalism and neutrality throughout. My goal is to bridge language gaps effectively so that all participants can engage fully and confidently.
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Patricia X. C.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive interpretation in English into Spanish and Spanish into English. Available On-site, Video Remote, and Telephone.
I am an English-Spanish interpreter working in consecutive mode. I facilitate communication between English and Spanish speakers across on-site, video remote, and telephone settings. My focus is on delivering accurate and clear interpretation to ensure effective dialogue in every interaction.
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Larissa R.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Consecutive and Simultaneous interpretation in Spanish into English and English into Spanish. Available On-site, Telephone, and Video Remote.
I am a Spanish-English interpreter working in both consecutive and simultaneous modes across on-site, telephone, and video remote settings. My practice focuses primarily on legal proceedings, where I facilitate communication during depositions, arbitrations, and meetings between attorneys, plaintiffs, and defendants. I also bring extensive experience from medical environments, supporting patients and providers during appointments, procedures, psychiatric evaluations, and community health gatherings. Additionally, I have interpreted for educational conferences and business forums. With a background that includes over a decade of dedicated interpreting work, I ensure accurate and clear communication for all parties involved in sensitive legal and healthcare situations.
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Ariel D.
Interpreter · District of Columbia
Interpretation in English into Spanish. Available Video Remote, On-site, and Telephone.
I am an ATA Certified interpreter working from English into Spanish across video remote, on-site, and telephone settings. My practice focuses on legal and immigration proceedings, supported by specialized training in justice system interpreting and community advocacy. I also serve medical, technical, financial, and educational sectors, adapting my approach to the specific demands of each environment. My background includes completing rigorous programs in professional community and medical interpreting, along with developing proprietary curricula for interpreter fundamentals. Whether facilitating complex legal dialogues or clarifying technical concepts in business and IT, I prioritize accuracy and cultural nuance to ensure clear communication for all parties involved.
Common interpreting assignments in District of Columbia
Court and legal
Depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and attorney-client meetings across District of Columbia.
Medical appointments
Hospital visits, independent medical examinations, and therapy sessions.
Business meetings
Negotiations, site visits, trainings, and conferences with international partners.
Immigration interviews
USCIS interviews, asylum proceedings, and consular appointments.
Schools and IEP meetings
Parent-teacher conferences, IEP and 504 meetings, and district hearings.
Video and phone (VRI/OPI)
On-demand remote interpretation when an on-site interpreter is not required.
Interpretation in other states
Where else we interpret
Interpreters are available in all 50 states — on-site, video, and phone — with the same network you get in District of Columbia. Jump to interpreters in another state:
01How do I book an interpreter in District of Columbia?
Request a quote with the date, location, and setting of your assignment. We match you with a qualified interpreter, on-site anywhere in District of Columbia or remotely by video or phone.
02Are your interpreters court-qualified?
Many interpreters in our network are court-certified or registered with state court systems. Tell us your setting and we will assign an interpreter with the right credentials.
03How much does an interpreter cost in District of Columbia?
Rates depend on setting, duration, and mode (on-site, video, or phone). On-site assignments usually carry a two-hour minimum; remote interpretation is billed at lower hourly rates.
04Can I get an interpreter on short notice?
Often, yes. Video and phone interpreters can frequently be scheduled the same day, and on-site coverage depends on interpreter availability near your location in District of Columbia.
05Do you provide interpreters outside major District of Columbia cities?
Yes. On-site coverage is deepest around major metros, and video (VRI) and phone (OPI) interpretation extend the same coverage to every county in District of Columbia.
06What settings do your interpreters in District of Columbia cover most?
The highest-volume settings are court hearings and depositions, medical appointments, USCIS interviews, IEP meetings, and business negotiations across District of Columbia.
