Consecutive Interpreting

During consecutive interpreting the speaker stops every 1–5 minutes (usually at the end of every “paragraph” or complete thought), takes notes in the meantime and then steps in to render what was said into the target language.

 Liaison Interpreting

Liaison interpreting is usually used as a link between two people or small groups of people. It is often used for situations such as meetings, court hearings, interpreting at the request of doctors, lawyers, hospitals, police, social services and schools. Note taking is not usually necessary.