Quo vadis, Traductio? A Commentary on Patrícia Jerónimo’s Article ‘Legal translation and the challenges of overcoming language barriers in court practice: Evidence from Portuguese courts

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This commentary is a response to Patrícia Jerónimo’s article ‘Legal translation and the challenges of overcoming language barriers in court practice: Evidence from Portuguese courts’. It offers not only a detailed analysis of how to implement Directive 2010/64/EU in Portugal, but also provides a comprehensive overview of the socioprofessional background and institutional framework behind such implementation. Additionally, it presents concrete suggestions for improving the provision of legal interpretation and translation, focusing on quality standards, visibility, and professional recognition.

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