Legal Translation Services in London
Professional legal translations by qualified human translators. Every document undergoes independent internal revision before delivery. Our certified translations are accepted by UK courts, the Home Office, and official bodies.
Certified Legal Translations
A certified translation includes a signed statement of truth confirming that the translation is accurate and complete. This certification is provided by the translator or translation company and is required when submitting foreign-language documents to UK authorities.
When You Need Certified Translation
- • UK visa and immigration applications (Home Office requirement)
- • Court proceedings and legal submissions
- • Registration of foreign documents (marriage, birth, death certificates)
- • Professional registration bodies (GMC, NMC, SRA)
Understanding Certification Types in the UK
Certified Translation
A statement of truth signed by the translator or agency confirming accuracy. Sufficient for most UK official purposes including immigration.
Notarised Translation
A certified translation that has been witnessed and authenticated by a UK notary public. Required for some international use and certain legal proceedings.
Sworn Translation
A concept from civil law countries (Spain, France, Germany). The UK does not have sworn translators, but we can provide translations that meet equivalent foreign requirements.
Legal Documents We Translate
Our legal translators have direct experience with UK legal terminology and document formats. We translate from and into all major languages, with particular expertise in European, Middle Eastern, and Asian languages.
Contracts & Agreements
- • Commercial contracts
- • Employment agreements
- • Non-disclosure agreements
- • Licensing agreements
- • Terms and conditions
Court & Litigation
- • Witness statements
- • Court judgments and orders
- • Legal correspondence
- • Expert reports
- • Pleadings and submissions
Immigration Documents
- • Birth, marriage, death certificates
- • Police clearance certificates
- • Academic transcripts and diplomas
- • Bank statements
- • Sponsorship letters
Corporate Documents
- • Articles of association
- • Board resolutions
- • Powers of attorney
- • Company registration documents
- • Annual reports
In-Person Legal Interpreting in London
We provide qualified legal interpreters for face-to-face appointments across London and the South East. Our interpreters understand the protocols required in formal legal settings and maintain strict confidentiality.
1 Court Interpreting
Magistrates' courts, Crown courts, tribunals, and family courts. Our interpreters are familiar with court procedures and legal terminology.
2 Solicitor Meetings
Client consultations, case conferences, and legal advice sessions. We work with law firms of all sizes across London.
3 Depositions & Examinations
Witness depositions, cross-border examinations, and evidence-gathering for international litigation.
4 Police Stations
PACE interviews, voluntary attendance, and suspect interviews. Available at short notice across the Metropolitan Police area.
Our Quality & Revision Process
Legal translation requires precision. Errors can have serious consequences for court cases, immigration applications, or commercial transactions. Our process is designed to eliminate errors before delivery.
Subject-Matter Legal Translators
Your document is assigned to a translator with direct experience in the relevant legal field—whether immigration, commercial law, litigation, or family law. We do not use general translators for legal work.
Independent Internal Revision
Every legal translation is reviewed by a second qualified translator before delivery. The reviser checks terminology, accuracy, and formatting against the source document. This is not optional—it is standard for every legal project.
Human Translators Only
We do not use machine translation or AI for legal documents. Every word is translated by a qualified human professional. This ensures nuance, context, and legal terminology are handled correctly.
Confidentiality & Data Protection
All translators sign confidentiality agreements. Documents are stored securely on UK-based servers and deleted after project completion upon request. We are fully GDPR compliant and can sign client NDAs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are your translations accepted by UK courts and the Home Office?
Yes. Our certified translations include a signed statement of truth and are accepted by UK courts, tribunals, the Home Office, HMRC, and professional registration bodies. We have provided translations for thousands of immigration applications and legal proceedings.
Do you provide notarised translations?
Yes. We can arrange notarisation through our network of UK notaries public. Notarised translations are typically required for use abroad or for certain international legal proceedings. We handle the entire process, including arranging the notary appointment.
How long does certified translation take?
Standard turnaround is 2-3 working days for most documents. Urgent same-day or next-day service is available for an additional fee. Complex legal documents (lengthy contracts, court bundles) may require more time depending on volume. We provide accurate timescales when you request a quote.
Do you use AI or machine translation?
No. All legal translations are completed by qualified human translators. Machine translation cannot reliably handle legal terminology, and errors could have serious consequences for your case or application. We use human translators exclusively for all legal work.
What languages do you translate for legal documents?
We translate legal documents from and into over 100 languages. Our most requested languages include French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Polish, Romanian, and Turkish. Contact us if you need a language not listed—we likely cover it.
Can you translate documents for use outside the UK?
Yes. For documents being submitted to authorities in other countries, we can provide translations that meet local requirements—including notarisation, apostille, and consular legalisation where needed. Let us know the destination country and we'll advise on the correct certification.
Request a Quote
Send us your document for a free, no-obligation quote. We'll confirm the price, turnaround time, and certification type within 2 hours during business hours.