It differs from other areas of translation particularly due to its unique characteristics. One of these is the requirement for absolute terminological precision. Legal terms have specific meanings and cannot be translated approximately. Indeed, translation in the legal field is a delicate exercise involving significant stakes, where no errors are tolerated. Therefore, preserving the intention of the source text is of utmost importance. This ensures that the rights, obligations and intentions of the original document are accurately conveyed in the translation.
A thorough understanding of French and foreign legal systems is therefore essential for high-quality legal translation. Furthermore, it is vital to understand the cultural differences between French and foreign institutions in order to produce accurate legal translations that are adapted to their context.
Alpis: Qualified and Recommended Services
- Specialist translators and legal experts in your sector
- Complete discretion guaranteed by confidentiality agreements
- Professional tools for serious and rapid translation
- Legal text translation requires precise terminology
At Alpis, our legal translators are always legal experts with professional legal skills and a perfect command of comparative law as well as the legal systems of the target language. Our selection process ensures you receive a high-quality legal translation, carried out according to best practice and delivered on time, even within the shortest deadlines if required.
Our legal translators are bound by strict and professional confidentiality agreements. They guarantee your documents are handled with the utmost confidentiality, in accordance with the ethical standards of the profession. We also take measures to secure stored data, using secure storage systems. In addition, we apply internal information protection policies to prevent any unauthorised access.
Frequently Translated Legal Documents, for example:
- Contracts: Commercial contracts, employment contracts, sales agreements, lease agreements, insurance contracts, etc.
- Notarial deeds: Wills, powers of attorney, property deeds, marriage certificates, etc.
- Court documents: Judgments, court decisions, summonses, petitions, procedural documents, etc.
- Legislation and regulations: Laws, codes, regulations, decrees, orders, rulings, etc.
- Company articles: Articles of association, incorporation deeds, shareholders’ agreements, partnership contracts, etc.
- Financial documents: Annual reports, balance sheets, loan agreements, investment prospectuses, etc.
- Administrative documents: Certificates, licences, authorisations, permits, official forms, etc.
- Intellectual property documents: Patents, trademarks, copyrights, licence agreements, etc.
Your Questions About Legal Translation
How can I get a legal translation quote quickly?
To facilitate the process and speed of translation, please email us all the necessary documents. Don’t forget to specify the desired target language as well as the relevant authority and destination country.
What is a legal translation?
It is a translation carried out by a translator specialising in law, with the necessary legal knowledge to translate legal documents while respecting the correct terminology. Generally, it takes into account the equivalents in comparative law of the relevant legal structures.
Are legal translations valid for bailiff’s documents?
They can be valid for bailiff’s documents, but this depends on the specific conditions and requirements of each country and legal context. It is therefore necessary to use a qualified legal translator to ensure the accuracy and fidelity of the translated document. Sometimes, certification or authentication may be required to give the translation official status. It is advisable to refer to local rules and requirements to ensure the validity and acceptance of legal translations for bailiff’s documents.
What is the cost of a legal translation?
The cost of such a translation can vary depending on several factors such as the source and target languages, the complexity of the text, the volume of work and the required delivery times. Generally, they are priced per word. To provide an estimate for your documents, we offer free quotes.
In which languages can we translate your legal documents?
Alpis Translation and Interpreting can translate your legal documents into over 100 languages in total. We invite you to consult our catalogue of translation languages, or contact us directly for detailed information about the specific languages we offer.