Description:

In Part 2 of our conversation with Jessica Escobar, an experienced court interpreter for the Second Judicial District Court, we explore the deeply human side of courtroom interpreting.

From emotionally charged testimony to traumatic case content, court interpreters often absorb the weight of the stories they help communicate. Jessica shares the unseen emotional toll of the job, the concept of vicarious trauma, and how interpreters carry the voices of others.

But in the midst of it all, there's meaning. This episode highlights how court interpreters can find purpose in their role as critical bridges to justice through language access.

This episode is a powerful reminder that interpreting is not just about language, it’s about access, advocacy, and carrying stories that might otherwise go unheard.

🎙️ Part 1 offers a foundational look at the role of court interpreters. Be sure to listen if you haven’t

State Bar of Nevada CLE Course ID: P_20250404_50632

Certificate of Attendance: https://ow.ly/ooSi50UnWjZ

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the primary responsibilities of court interpreters in legal proceedings.
2. Describe the qualifications and skils required to accurately interpret in a courtroom setting.
3. Explain the unique challenges court interpreters face.
4. Assess the congnitive demands of interpreting in high-stakes legal environments.
5. Recognize the critical role court interpreters play in protecting access to justice and ensuring meaningful participation for limited English proficiency (LEP) individuals.

Faculty: Jessica Escobar, Court Interpreter, Second Judicial District Court

Have an idea for an episode? We want to hear from you! Please fill out the topic suggestion form: https://forms.office.com/g/dxZgUWynAC

Audience:

• Judges and court staff
• Legal professionals
• Educators
• Anyone interested in court interpreting

CLE/CJE: 0.5 CLE/CJE credit hours are available until December 31, 2028.

Description:

In this episode of I’ll Allow It Nevada, we are joined by Jessica Escobar, a court interpreter for the Second Judicial District Court, for an in-depth look at the essential role interpreters play in the courtroom.

Jessica shares what it’s like to interpret in legal settings, including the mental demands, the need for precision, and the unique challenges interpreters face when working in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

Tune in to gain insight into how interpreters help bridge the gap between language and justice, and why their role is essential in court proceedings.

State Bar of Nevada CLE Course ID: P_20250331_50632

Certificate of Attendance: https://ow.ly/ooSi50UnWjZ

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the primary responsibilities of court interpreters in legal proceedings.
2. Describe the qualifications and skils required to accurately interpret in a courtroom setting.
3. Explain the unique challenges court interpreters face.
4. Assess the congnitive demands of interpreting in high-stakes legal environments.
5. Recognize the critical role court interpreters play in protecting access to justice and ensuring meaningful participation for limited English proficiency (LEP) individuals.

Faculty: Jessica Escobar, Court Interpreter, Second Judicial District Court

Have an idea for an episode? We want to hear from you! Please fill out the topic suggestion form: https://forms.office.com/g/dxZgUWynAC

Audience:

• Judges and court staff
• Legal professionals
• Educators
• Anyone interested in court interpreting

CLE/CJE: 0.5 CLE/CJE credit hours are available until December 31, 2028.

Description:

When navigating the legal system, people may not realize there’s a crucial difference between legal information and legal advice. In this episode of I'll Allow It, Nevada, we meet with Emily Reed, Assistant Court Administrator for the Second Judicial District Court, to break down this important distinction. We discuss what court staff and legal professionals can and can’t do, common misconceptions, and why understanding the difference is essential for anyone accessing the court’s services. Tune in to learn how knowing the boundaries between legal information and legal advice can help you better navigate the courts.

State Bar of Nevada CLE Course ID: P_20250228_50632

Certificate of Attendance: https://ow.ly/ooSi50UnWjZ

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the distinction between legal information and legal advice and why it matters.

2. Identify common examples of legal information versus legal advice and recognize the types of questions that fall into each category.

3. Recognize the challenges self-represented litigants face when seeking legal guidance and how they can access appropriate resources.

4. Assess the role of court staff in providing fair and impartial access to legal information.

Faculty: Emily Reed, Assistant Court Administrator, Second Judicial District Court

Have an idea for an episode? We want to hear from you! Please fill out the topic suggestion form: https://forms.office.com/g/dxZgUWynAC

Audience:

• Judges and court staff
• Legal professionals
• Educators
• Anyone interested in court services

CLE/CJE: 0.5 CLE/CJE credit hours are available until December 31, 2028.