Freelance Legal Interpreter - Immigration Proceedings
TransPerfect · Remote · US only
Posted on TransPerfect's own careers page on 7 October 2026. You apply directly with the company.
About the job
Opportunity
We are seeking experienced legal interpreters to provide remote interpretation services for U.S. immigration court hearings . Spanish is a high-volume language on this contract, offering steady assignments year-round with the flexibility to accept as many cases as you’d like.
Key Details
- Work format: 100% remote (U.S.-based only); no travel/onsite required
- Scheduling: Support hearings across multiple U.S. time zones from your chosen location
- Typical assignment length: 2.5–4.5 hours
- Hearing types may include: asylum, removal, credible fear, bond hearings, and related proceedings
- Services provided: simultaneous interpretation, consecutive interpretation, and sight translation
- Setting: Hearings
Languages
We are currently prioritizing interpreters in the following languages (in addition to other qualified candidates):
- Spanish (high volume)
- Turkish
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- Nepalese
- Haitian Creole
Interpreter Requirements
Candidates must meet the following
- U.S. citizen or lawfully admitted for permanent residence
- At least one year of experience interpreting in a judicial environment , with the ability to interpret for immigration courts
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief summary of your judicial/legal interpreting experience, including your language pair(s) , certification(s) , and availability . You can also send your CV to [email protected]
- No pay listed