Meet Saverio Tropiano – Virginia Certified Court Interpreter | Immigration & Legal Language Specialist
Saverio Tropiano is a seasoned interpreter and linguist with over 30 years of experience in legal, immigration, and government interpreting. Born in Buffalo, New York to an Italian father and a Venezuelan mother, Saverio was raised in a multilingual household and is fluent in Italian, English, Spanish, and French, with conversational proficiency in Portuguese. His upbringing, steeped in diverse cultures, laid the foundation for a lifetime of exceptional cross-cultural communication.
A retired U.S. Marine Corps Colonel, Saverio has traveled the world and collaborated with people from every walk of life—including foreign and domestic government leaders, military officials, diplomats, and dignitaries. This breadth of experience allows him to shift effortlessly between formal and informal language registers, ensuring accuracy and appropriateness in every setting.
Saverio is the founder and owner of his own interpreting and translating company, which has been in continuous operation for over three decades. His business has earned a reputation for excellence and reliability, particularly in legal and immigration translation services.
In addition to his entrepreneurial work, Saverio has served as a Virginia Certified State Court Interpreter for more than 20 years and is currently a local immigration interpreter at the EOIR court in Annandale and Sterling, Virginia, through SOS International.
He is also a former college professor, real estate developer, and restaurant owner, bringing a multifaceted skillset and exceptional professionalism to every assignment. Known for his wisdom, integrity, and depth of knowledge, Saverio is a lifelong learner and avid reader who devours everything from literature to legal texts.
At Formaley Translations, Saverio is not only a trusted interpreter—he is also a mentor to many, including co-founder Elisa Yu-Shan Lion. His leadership, generosity, and linguistic mastery continue to inspire excellence across the team.