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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

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: 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.

Source: International Journal for the Semiotics of Law - Revue internationale de Sémiotique juridique

DOI: 10.1007/s11196-025-10320-w

Author: Fernando Ferreira Alves

Institution: University of Minho

Language: English

Topic: Translation Studies and Practices

Subfield: Language and Linguistics

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,090