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NRPSI-registered interpreters

Court & Legal Interpreters

NRPSI-registered court interpreters for criminal and civil proceedings, tribunals, hearings.

14Years Experience
50,000+Documents Translated

Why Lingo Service

  • ISO 17100 certified and an ITI corporate member
  • 260+ languages, native qualified linguists
  • Certified translation from £35, transparent pricing
  • Same-day return available on weekdays
  • GDPR-compliant, files stored in the UK

Translation Services We Provide

Specialist services delivered by qualified linguists

  • Crown & Magistrates Court

    Criminal proceedings, defendant interpretation, witness testimony, plea hearings

  • Family Court

    Divorce proceedings, child custody, family disputes, domestic violence cases

  • Civil Court

    Commercial disputes, personal injury, employment tribunals, contract disputes

  • Immigration Tribunals

    Asylum appeals, deportation hearings, visa application appeals

  • Legal Consultations

    Solicitor-client meetings, barrister consultations, legal advice sessions

  • Tribunal Hearings

    Employment tribunals, mental health tribunals, benefits appeals

Why Choose Us

  • NRPSI Registered

    Interpreters registered with National Register of Public Service Interpreters

  • Fast Deployment

    24-48 hour booking for standard sessions, emergency same-day available

  • Enhanced DBS

    All court interpreters hold enhanced DBS clearance

  • Legal Expertise

    Specialist knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures

Client Types We Serve

Law Firms

  • Solicitor-client consultations
  • Witness preparation
  • Legal document review
  • Pre-trial meetings

Court System

  • Criminal proceedings
  • Civil cases
  • Family court
  • Tribunal hearings

Legal Advice and Appeals

  • Defence consultations
  • Legal advice sessions
  • Immigration appeals
  • Benefits tribunals

Enterprise & Volume Solutions

Scalable translation solutions for organisations with ongoing or high-volume needs

  • Dedicated Account Manager

    Single point of contact for all your translation needs. Priority support and project coordination.

  • Volume Pricing

    Competitive rates for high-volume projects. Translation memory reduces costs on recurring content.

  • Framework Agreements

    SLA-backed contracts with guaranteed turnaround times, fixed pricing, and service level commitments.

  • Security & Compliance

    Cyber Essentials certified. GDPR compliant. NDA protection. Secure file handling for sensitive documents.

Explore Enterprise Solutions

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Our Process

  1. Booking Request

    Contact us with date, time, court location, language needed, case type

  2. Interpreter Assignment

    NRPSI-registered interpreter assigned, confirmed availability, briefed on case type

  3. Court Attendance

    Interpreter attends court, takes oath, provides consecutive or simultaneous interpretation

  4. Post-Session

    Invoice provided, feedback collected, interpreter available for follow-up sessions

Case Study

Court Interpretation Excellence

Providing NRPSI-registered interpreters for Crown Courts, Magistrates Courts, and tribunals across England and Wales.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about court & legal interpreters

Are your court interpreters NRPSI registered?

Yes - we work with NRPSI-registered interpreters who meet Ministry of Justice standards for court interpretation.

How much do court interpreters cost?

Court interpreting starts from £85-£95/hour with a 2-hour minimum. Full-day rates: £550-£650. Pricing varies by language. Contact us for specific quotes.

How quickly can you provide a court interpreter?

Standard booking: 48 hours notice. Emergency same-day: Subject to availability (additional surcharge applies). Most common languages available with 24h notice.

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  • Accepted by the Home Office
  • Available 24 Hours
  • ITI Corporate Member