What is Legal Translation?

Legal translation is the translation of texts within the field of law.

Law is very culture dependent and legal translation is not a simple task. The translator must bear in mind that the translated text is to be read by someone who is familiar with another legal system and its language.

Legal translation may involve the translation of:

• patents
• evidentiary documents such as witness statements
• judicial proceedings
• summons
• complaints
• contracts
• immigration documents
• wills and trusts
• litigation documents

In some cases the translator may be required to attend court.

Only professional translators specialising in legal translation should translate legal documents. The mistranslation of any legal document can cause undue delay and could lead to lawsuits resulting in huge loss of money. Need a Solicitor can help you find some of the UK's largest Legal Translation Companies:

• Applied Language Solutions
• City Legal
• Exigo Translations
• Kwintessential
• Language AID
• Lingo 24
• Prestige Network