Multicultural NAATI Court Interpreter Services

Seeking a NAATI court interpreter for a client who speaks a different language? You’ve come to the right place because words matter in the courtroom.

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Helping lawyers win their non-English speaking cases

Supporting lawyers in ensuring effective communication with clients who speak different languages in the lead up to meetings, mediations, and court hearings.

NAATI CERTIFIED INTERPRETERS FOR MEETINGS AND COURT HEARINGS

Certified NAATI interpreters for all your legal engagements

Successful legal professionals never leave anything to chance. They know how important it is to ensure everything they do is accurate and factual. That is why individuals, law firms, and in-house legal counsel trust the expertise of our multilingual court interpreters. Our team is made up of experts who are well-versed in law, finance, construction, and investment.

Our Court Interpreters Are Ready at Short Notice
We are very proud to have highly qualified interpreters on staff. This gives us a clear advantage over our competitors. This level of expertise may give your case the edge you need; furthermore, we can provide expert witnesses if needed.

NAATI Certified Interpreters
Quality and professionalism are important to us. That’s why all of our interpreters are certified, demonstrating their expertise and commitment to providing the highest level of service.

We provide translators and interpreters for Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese and many more.

If you need a certified interpreter, don’t look any further. Our team is ready to take your call and book an interpreter for your proceedings.

Helping you avoid interpreter issues in court

A NAATI-certified legal interpreter provides a vital link between clients who speak different languages and the legal system. They help ensure everyone understands each other in legal meetings, mediations, and court hearings. Our interpreters have received the right training, have experience, and are certified by NAATI to help them understand and correctly translate legal terms in both English and other languages.

Non-English Speaking Clients Need NAATI-Certified Interpreters
Recently, our team assisted a Royal Commission. A law firm had hired a freelance interpreter, who turned out to be overseas and struggled to understand the specialised legal language used and the Australian circumstances. This led to frequent interruptions, not to mention mounting costs. The Commissioner instructed the law firm to secure the services of a competent certified court interpreter to ensure the case could proceed without further delays.

As with all cases, we’d rather be involved from the start, but that doesn’t mean we won’t be happy to help mid-way or when you need us.

This is why we advise all legal professionals to be careful when choosing a court interpreter and legal translators because the quality of the translation team can have a big effect on the case.

How much notice do you need to arrange an interpreter?

Good interpreters usually have a diary of activities, so if you want a top interpreter book in early. Of course, we often get last minute urgent requests and we will do our best to help – always.

How can I be sure of the quality of a Mandarin Interpreter?

First of all choose someone qualified with suitable experience. You can seek recommendations. If during the interpreting, you notice things are not going to plan, for example: long answers translated in a few words; short answers elongated; funny looks or questions, it might indicate a problem with the interpreting. Maybe take a break and check with the interpreter what is going on. For best results, good preparation before the event such as a briefing, name list and materials and an interpreter who takes notes will help deliver a professional result.

What is the best way to work with an interpreter?

First of all preparation. Interpreters need to spend some advance time familiarising with the activity, subject matter and purpose – so always supply them with the required background and presentations or notes. Secondly, speakers need to speak and then pause to let the interpreter cut in and out. Interpreters should be able to use a note pad to take shorthand and then read it back (in the other language). Thirdly, if a microphone is to be used make sure the interpreter has one too – it is hard to take notes and hold a mic.

DECADES OF EXPERIENCE IN LEGAL INTERPRETING SERVICES

With over 30 years of experience you know you’re in good hands

Never is reliable and accurate multilingual interpreting more important for clients than during legal action. Literally, they can make or break your case. That’s why we offer a team of experienced and NAATI-certified interpreters to ensure clear and accurate interpreting in various languages. Some examples of regular support we supply to our clients include:

Interpreter to sight-translate an affidavit, or
Interpreter for legal meetings and court in multiple languages.

Talk to our Australian-based interpreters and provide details of your case, dates, and times. And, if you are seeking expert legal written translation services, it will be advantageous to use the same team. Call today to discuss how we can support you and your clients with multilingual interpreting and translation services.

Working with us is as easy as 1, 2, 3.

Step 1

First, talk to our local court interpreters on 1300 792 446.

Step 2

Send us your detailed requirements and we'll prepare a quote.

Step 3

We'll keep in touch and ensure you have the right court interpreter.

Chin Communications has been a wonderful facilitator of links between Australia and China. Charles Qin always impressed as a person of high competence and complete professionalism.- FORMER PRIME MINISTER, JOHN HOWARD OM AC

Chin Communications has been a key player in Melbourne’s multicultural sector, even securing the Melbourne Corporations Award for Multiculturalism. This highlighted the excellent work the Chin team has achieved amid the China space, as well as with other languages and communities.- LORD MAYOR SALLY CAPP

Running a high-level training program demands outstanding communication skills, advice and support. Our program was singled out by the Chinese President as of great value. If you want great communication, language translation and China strategic advice to help you succeed in China, contact Chin – you will benefit greatly from having them in your corner.- PROFESSOR ALLAN FELS AO, FORMER DEAN, AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra has worked closely with Chin Communications for a decade from translating website material and assisting with Chinese-language marketing strategy, to in-person language and culture workshops, Chin’s support has been invaluable. Here’s to many more years of collaboration.- DYLAN STEWART, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & SALES, MSO

We were constantly amazed by the professionalism and passion of the CHIN team. Interpretation and translation demand very high level understanding. The CHIN team shines in dedication and profound knowledge of different industry sectors. Over the years, my colleagues in Austrade, DFAT and Victorian State government agencies have also shared with me how impressed they are by your superb services- DR CHUYANG LIU, DEPUTY STATE DIRECTOR, AUSTRADE

I’ve worked cross culturally my whole career. The nuanced sophistication the Chin team brings to their work, crafting appropriate messaging on behalf of their clients, is simply outstanding. I wouldn’t use anyone else for interpretation, translation or brand building in Asian markets.- LISA RENKIN, FORMER VICTORIAN DEPUTY COMMISSIONER TO CHINA

Your help translating promotional materials, understanding business etiquette, and interpreting were invaluable and laid the platform for RDNS Hong Kong’s successful health exports.None of this would have been possible without your superb responsive support.- STEPHEN MUGGLETON, GROUP CEO, BOLTON CLARKE

I recall when we first had need of your talents and our fortuitous meeting in 2009 when we were establishing a Shanghai office.Your work is impeccable; you deserve the title of trusted advisor. You are the best of the best. We salute you and look forward to your next 30 years.- GREG O’NEILL, PRESIDENT, LA TROBE FINANCIAL

Chinese buyers and investors are discerning and have invested with us because of the quality and locations, but also because they have clearly understood the offering and benefits – in beautiful Chinese translations produced by Chin. It is a competitive landscape and I truly believe that with the right translation and graphic design support, this has been transformative in growing sales for Bensons Property Group.- RICK CURTIS, MANAGING DIRECTOR AND CEO, BENSONS PROPERTY GROUP PTY LTD

We value the strong relationship, built over many years with Chin. Whether we seek assistance with written or verbal translation services or expertise in cultural protocols across a range of different countries, we can always trust that the translation is not just literal, but a true reflection of the sentiment expressed. Such an important part of building lasting relationships with our stakeholders.- FRANCEEN CHALLONS, HEAD OF ADMISSIONS, ELTHAM COLLEGE

Chin Communications has been an important partner for significant and important translations including legal documents and personal papers. Top of the list is a speech by our Chair delivered at a very large function in Melbourne. The speech was translated and copywritten in flowing, idiomatic English and drew a standing ovation on the day. You can’t imagine how delighted our Chair was with the response.- STEVEN CHEN, MANAGER, GLAMOURFLAGE

I would just like to say on behalf of the Police Commanders, Protocol and Communications people here – that your interpreters did a fantastic job for us today for the visit of President Xi Jinping. Please pass on our thanks to all involved. They were gold for us.- PHIL FOULSTON, DEPARTMENT OF PREMIER AND CABINET, TASMANIAN GOVERNMENT

We recently won a multi-million dollar Supreme Court case in which Chin Communications was a critical partner. Their translating and interpreting work not only helped build our arguments but discovered critical pieces of evidence which bolstered our case. They also picked up court interpreting errors that could have changed the course of the case. This consistent support with translation made the difference.- WADE GUO, YINGDE INVESTMENT PTY LTD

Dairy Australia successfully launched its WeChat official account with the excellent work and assistance from the Chin team. In less than two months, our account attracted over 1,500 followers, with thousands of views of the weekly posts. It has been a great pleasure working with the Chin team, like we have experienced with their translation and interpretation services during the past 20 years.- SARAH XU, INTERNATIONAL MARKET MANAGER DAIRY AUSTRALIA

Thank you for carrying out the Chinese inductions for us. The feedback was first class and we feel that this has been a great advantage in getting the safety message across to our Chinese contractors. There was a genuine feeling that each of the 400 guys had real "engagement" in the induction process.- CHRIS MORGAN, USG BORAL

Chin Communications made our first foray into doing business in China a far less daunting experience. The importance of having the correct business cards cannot be underestimated! They were very helpful in choosing the correct titles and look of our new dual language cards, and even provided a folder of tips for doing business with China, all in a very timely fashion. I cannot recommend their services highly enough.- LIBBY PASHLEY, BIG BANG SOUND DESIGN

So professional from start to finish with our project! We had a large 14+ page booklet for the team at Chin to translate. My colleagues commented as to how professional the whole job was, and that they feel it will aid their business immensely.- GRACE WILSON, THE AUSTRALIAN

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