AUSIT Spanish Division Presents: Court Interpreting Down Under: Decoding Australian Criminal Law Terms in Spanish (Webinar)

Are you a Spanish-speaking interpreter working in Australian criminal courts—or hoping to? Do you struggle with legal terminology or feel your Spanish legalese could be sharper? You're not alone.

Join us for an interactive webinar designed to enhance your understanding of key Australian criminal law terms and their accurate Spanish equivalents. We'll debunk common myths, highlight tricky false cognates, and refine your legal register to ensure high-quality interpretation. Expect engaging discussions on the challenges posed by common law vs. civil law systems, the nuances of Australian court terminology, and the pitfalls of interpreting legal proceedings.

Don't miss this chance to sharpen your legal interpreting skills and elevate your courtroom performance!

Presenter Biography
Cintia Lee is a NAATI Certified Interpreter & Translator (Spanish<>English) and AUSIT Spanish Language Division Delegate. She holds a degree in English philology (linguistics and translation) from the University of Deusto in Bilbao, Spain. She is a translation and interpreting educator and court interpreting trainer.

Additional Information
There will be no certificates issued, but you can take a screenshot of the online meeting to have as evidence and claim PD points.

The Spanish Language Division will soon transition its communications to WhatsApp, where a dedicated group will be created. Stay tuned for further updates.

Joining the Webinar

The Zoom link for the webinar will be sent out 1 day prior to the event. Please ensure you have downloaded the latest version of Zoom in preparation.

PD Logbook

Introductory PD. Please  consult the NAATI Recertification Catalogue to allocate the relevant PD Points. Some activities can be included under different categories, so please choose the most appropriate category for your recertification purposes.

This is a live webinar event and will NOT be recorded.

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