Who is Tolú Tahmassbi?
Tolú Tahmassbi is a highly experienced medical and legal interpreter, translator and language professional with over 28 years of experience providing precise and culturally informed language services. As the founder of Language Connection, Tolú is known for her hands on approach, linguistic depth and unwavering commitment to quality, accuracy and human connection.
Decades of Language Expertise
Tolú specializes in Spanish medical and legal interpreting, translation, international voice over work and language instruction. Her work focuses on depositions, mediations, immigration interviews, HR workplace conflict, medical encounters across all specialties, criminal defense and personal injury law, independent medical evaluations, jail visits and other high stakes proceedings. Her professional experience spans medical facilities, court related matters, educational institutions and governmental agencies as well as high level professional settings. She is recognized for her ability to work in high registers, navigate complex terminology and convey meaning with clarity, nuance and cultural sensitivity.
Trusted in High Stakes Environments
Tolú has interpreted in sensitive and high-profile matters including serving as the interpreter for the Senior Attorney General of Oregon during a critical deposition. Her work routinely places her in environments where precision, confidentiality and cultural competence are essential. Attorneys, medical professionals and organizations trust Tolú not only for her linguistic skill but for her professionalism, discretion and calm presence under pressure.
A Lifelong Passion Rooted in Multilingualism
Born in Peru to a German French mother and a Persian father, both linguists, Tolú was immersed in languages and cultures from an early age. Raised in a multilingual household and exposed to diverse worldviews, she developed a natural affinity for languages and cross-cultural communication. Extensive travel further deepened her appreciation for global cultures and reinforced her lifelong dedication to bridging linguistic and cultural gaps.
Highly Qualified Legal and Medical Expertise
Tolú holds National Board Certification as a Spanish Medical Interpreter and is a highly qualified legal interpreter with decades of courtroom and legal experience. She is widely respected for her advanced language proficiency, command of high registers and ability to interpret accurately in complex legal contexts. Her qualifications, experience and reputation speak for themselves.
In addition to interpreting, Tolú has taught Spanish to elementary school children, adult learners, professionals and college level students. She is also an accomplished international voice over artist, lending her clear and expressive voice to projects for global audiences.
Language Connection: Personalized, Managed and Multilingual
Language Connection offers a broad range of languages and services supported by carefully selected professional interpreters and translators. The agency is proudly managed by Tolú with a strong emphasis on quality control, ethical standards and personal relationships. Tolú prefers direct communication with both clients and interpreters alike ensuring consistency, accountability and exceptional service on every assignment.
Commitment Beyond the Profession: The Tolú Foundation
In addition to her professional work, Tolú founded The Tolú Foundation (tolufoundation.org), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting single parents and families in need. Through the foundation, she helps provide essential resources such as clothing, household goods and critical assistance guided by the same values of dignity, compassion and service that define her professional work. Tolú also regularly donates her time and expertise by providing free interpretation and translation services to underserved communities.
The Guiding Philosophy: Communication Builds Connection
Tolú is raising her son to be multilingual, instilling the belief that language when spoken with clarity and intention opens doors and builds understanding. Whether facilitating a sensitive medical conversation, interpreting complex legal proceedings or supporting multilingual families, Tolú approaches every assignment with the same philosophy: no job is too big or too small when the goal is meaningful human connection.
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