Category: Legal Translation

In an evermore globalised world, legal translation has become critical in ensuring effective communication across borders. The process of legal translation requires a high level of expertise and accuracy in translating legal documents, contracts, and other legal materials. However, with so many translation and certification options available, navigating the world of legal translation can be overwhelming.

The legal industry is becoming ever more globalised. Lawyers increasingly work with clients and legal documents from all over the world, and having access to the right legal language service provider is essential. Whether you’re a small firm looking to expand your footprint or a large firm handling high-stakes matters, knowing how to select a…

A legal linguist is an expert in law and language, combining both areas of expertise to ensure that legal documents are properly understood and accurately translated. Legal linguists are crucial in the legal system, providing accurate interpretation and translation of legal documents, such as court transcripts, legal briefs, and contracts, into different languages. They are also responsible for…

Did you know Korean has six main dialects specifically spoken throughout North and South Korea?

The UK is home to speakers of many different languages – according to the 2021 census, just shy of 205,000 individuals in England and Wales gave their main language as ‘Chinese’. Of course, if dealing international that number rises to around 1.3 billion!

Notarised translation refers to the in-depth and meticulous translation of official documents from the source into the target language, which is then authenticated by a notary public. Generally, a notarised document is better accepted abroad, as it has been certified by a government worker. Any institution or organisation may request a notarised translation, and such…

As globalisation continues, most lawyers will undoubtedly encounter an increase in client diversity. And as all legal professionals are highly aware, communication and understanding are fundamental to good legal practice. Still, what is a lawyer’s responsibilities when faced with clients with limited English proficiency? And how can lawyers understand clients’ concerns, translate legal concepts into a different language,…

There are few places where accurate translation is as critical as in a courtroom. Even a slight change in expression can mean the difference between justice and an unfair outcome. In this article, we look at the serious (and not so serious) consequences of getting things wrong during court interpreting, and examine what steps you can take…