Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Translation Services
Founded in 1997, Language Innovations has been empowering global communication through expert translation, interpreting, and language solutions. As a family-operated, woman-owned business headquartered in Washington, DC, we serve private and public sectors across five continents. Our client-driven approach combines personalized service with a team of highly qualified professionals fluent in over 200 languages. We specialize in certified document translation, on-site and remote interpreting, website localization, and industry-specific language services. With a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and cultural appropriateness, we help businesses and individuals overcome language barriers in legal, medical, financial, and technical contexts.Our commitment to quality control ensures every project meets rigorous standards, while our 24/7 availability guarantees timely support for urgent requests. Over 75% of our growth stems from repeat clients, reflecting our dedication to exceeding expectations through innovation and reliability. From small personal documents to large-scale corporate projects, we provide tailored solutions that drive international success. Our teams expertise spans desktop publishing, voiceovers, transcription, and simultaneous interpreting, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all language needs. As a trusted partner since 1997, we remain focused on bridging cultures and fostering clear communication worldwide.
Services
Document Translation
On-Site Interpreting
Consecutive Interpreting
Simultaneous Interpreting
Phone Interpreting
Desktop Publishing
Transcription
Voice Overs
Website Localization
Certified Translations
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 phone interpreting in 200+ languages with 90-second connection times.
- Our team includes certified legal and medical interpreters with industry-specific expertise.
- We guarantee confidentiality through signed agreements and secure document handling.
- Certified translations include notarized accuracy certifications upon request.
- Over 25 years of experience serving Fortune 500 companies and government agencies.
Services
Document Translation
Our document translation service provides accurate, culturally appropriate translations in over 200 languages. Each project undergoes a three-stage quality process with native-speaking translators, editors, and proofreaders. We handle legal, medical, technical, and business documents with certified notarization options. Clients receive formatted deliverables matching original layouts in Microsoft Office, Adobe, or QuarkXpress formats.
On-Site Interpreting
Professional interpreters facilitate real-time communication at conferences, legal proceedings, and medical appointments. Available in simultaneous, consecutive, and escort formats with specialized equipment support. Our interpreters hold federal/state certifications for legal and medical settings. Remote options available for hybrid events with secure video conferencing integration.
Phone Interpreting
Immediate access to professional interpreters in 200+ languages through toll-free numbers with 90-second connection times. Ideal for urgent legal, medical, or business communications without setup fees. Services include over-the-phone interpretation for customer service, patient intake, and international negotiations. Volume discounts available for high-usage clients.
Website Localization
Cultural adaptation of websites for international audiences includes content translation, layout adjustments, and multimedia localization. Our team handles SEO optimization, color scheme modifications, and technical testing across platforms. Services cover e-commerce sites, corporate portals, and government resources requiring multilingual accessibility compliance.
Desktop Publishing
Formatting translated documents in Adobe InDesign, QuarkXpress, and Illustrator while maintaining visual integrity. Specialized in complex language layouts including Arabic, Chinese, and Japanese character sets. Services include brochure design, technical manual formatting, and marketing material adaptation with precise typographic adjustments for translated text expansion/contraction.
People
Patty L. Friedman
President and CFO
Co-founder with 25+ years in customer service leadership. Transformed retail industry experience into language solutions since 1997. Oversees operations and client relations while maintaining hands-on involvement in quality assurance processes.
Questions
Are translations done by humans or machines?
All translations are completed by professional human linguists with industry expertise, not machine translation software.
Do you offer certified interpreters for legal settings?
Yes, we provide federally and state-certified interpreters for court proceedings and legal depositions.
How are translation costs calculated?
Pricing is per-word with minimum fees starting at $95, varying by language complexity and turnaround time.
Can you handle urgent translation requests?
Yes, we offer rush services with guaranteed 24/7 availability and 6-hour turnaround for urgent projects.
How do you ensure document confidentiality?
We maintain strict confidentiality through signed agreements and secure file handling protocols for all projects.
What file formats do you support?
We accept and deliver documents in Microsoft Office, Adobe PDF, QuarkXpress, and all major desktop publishing formats.
