Benjamin Nathan-SerioSpanish–English Interpreter · New York

NYS court-certified · CCHI-certified · Legal · Healthcare · Schools

More than words. Understanding.

Precise, when it counts.

Spanish–English interpreting for legal proceedings, medical appointments, conferences and school meetings across New York City, and on request across the US.

Benjamin Nathan-Serio
NYS court-certifiedNew York State courts, Spanish–English
CCHI-certifiedCertification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters, Spanish
CUNY Hunter CollegeM.A. in Translation and Interpreting (MATI), in progress; preparing for federal court certification
7+ years in immigration courtInterpreting in federal immigration courts
Panamax 2022Escort interpreter at the international military exercise

Services

Consecutive, simultaneous and sight translation, on site or remote. Booked by the hour, half day or full day.

Legal

For law firms, court reporting agencies, mediators and immigration counsel.

  • Depositions and examinations under oath
  • Attorney–client meetings and witness prep
  • Mediations and arbitrations
  • Immigration interviews and hearings
  • Sight translation of case documents

Healthcare

For hospitals, clinics, research teams and wellness practices.

  • Appointments, procedures and discharge
  • Behavioral and mental health sessions
  • Clinical trials and informed consent
  • Integration and wellness therapy
  • Independent medical exams

Schools & community

For schools, special-education advocates, nonprofits and city programs.

  • IEP and parent–teacher meetings
  • School events and family workshops
  • Social services and housing appointments
  • Community forums and public meetings
  • Nonprofit program sessions

How booking works

Clear blocks, one rate sheet, no surprises on the invoice. The rate sheet comes with every quote.

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Short assignmentsHourly, two-hour minimum
Half dayUp to 4 hours on site
Full day4 to 8 hours on site; overtime after 8
TravelIncluded in all five boroughs; quoted beyond
Notice48 hours preferred; rush bookings accepted
RemoteZoom, Teams and phone

About Benjamin

I'm a New York State court-certified and CCHI-certified Spanish–English interpreter based in New York City. For more than seven years I've interpreted in federal immigration courts. I'm completing CUNY Hunter College's master's in Translation and Interpreting and preparing for the federal court interpreter exam.

Before interpreting, I spent three decades in theater. That shows up where it matters: a steady voice in a tense deposition, clear pacing in a hard medical conversation, and full attention on the people in the room.

Communication is more than language. Tone, intent and trust travel with every sentence, and people speak openly only when they feel understood. I build rapport with every party in the room, from the attorney or clinician to the person relying on my voice, while staying impartial, so everyone can speak plainly and be heard accurately.

Benjamin interpreting a field briefing for the press
On assignment at Panamax 2022 in San Antonio, Texas: interpreting a field briefing for the press.

En español

Intérprete de español e inglés autorizado por los tribunales estatales de New York y con certificación médica del CCHI, con más de siete años en tribunales federales de inmigración. Interpretación en entornos legales, médicos y escolares, presencial o a distancia. Solicite una cotización con el formulario.

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