When you require a transcription that also needs to be translated into another language, we preform s a two-step process where the transcription and the translation are independently undertaken and independently verifiable.

Why do we do this? By separating these two steps, the work product can be verified in a legal proceeding with a greater degree of accuracy.

If both transcription and translation are performed by a single individual, the chances for error are effectively multiplied, and a dispute may arise. Also, the credentials of an expert witness may be more easily questioned, as they are taking on multiple roles/tasks.

Step 1

The audio recording is reviewed by a native speaker of the language, and a verbatim transcription is produced. If warranted, this transcription may be reviewed and/or edited by other experts in order to ensure the highest quality possible (especially where recordings are indistinct or dialects are obscure).

The final work product is then certified by the transcriber of record, which produces a document that can be independently verified as an accurate rendering of the original spoken dialogue.

Step 2

A translation is performed by one of our a qualified linguist from the source language into to the target language.

For added quality control,  the translation is then edited and proofread. Once complete, the document can be certified as part of a submission for a legal procedure.

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When every word counts, LLS is a trusted source of verbatim transcription needs for legal professionals in digital and analog formats.

Experience

We have extensive experience in the transcription of a wide range of legal recordings, including evidentiary and surveillance tapes, wiretaps, depositions, and judicial proceedings.

Skill

Our transcriptionists specialize not only in recordings with one voice, but also those with multiple speakers. In addition, our team includes certified translators who can translate your transcription into and out of more than 200 languages.

Expertise

Our team members are chosen not only for their linguist abilities, but for their knowledge of legal jargon and vocabulary resulting in final products that meet the highest levels of accuracy.

We work with a wide range of analog tapes, including cassettes, microcassettes, minicassettes and VHS tapes. Trust LLS to transcribe taped recordings of:

• Hearings
• Depositions
• Evidentiary tapes
• Consensual recordings
• Wire intercepts