Solicitors & law firms
Case papers, witness evidence, correspondence, agreements, court documentation and supporting records.
Professional legal document translation
Legal Translation Services UK for Courts, Solicitors & Businesses
Professional translation of court documents, contracts, witness statements, legal correspondence, agreements and supporting evidence for individuals, solicitors, law firms, businesses and organisations.
- Court and tribunal documents
- Contracts and agreements
- Certified translation available
- Digital and postal delivery options
Send the complete document
Include every relevant page, the required language, intended use and deadline.
100+ languages
Common and specialist language support
Secure handling
Legal and personal files handled carefully
Certification options
Matched to the stated submission requirement
Flexible delivery
Digital PDF and postal copies where required
Legal translation explained
What are legal translation services?
Legal translation is the professional translation of documents that contain legal terminology, rights, obligations, evidence, formal declarations or material intended for a legal or official process.
The translation should preserve the meaning of the source while keeping names, dates, clause numbering, case references, headings, stamps, annotations and other important document details clear and consistent.
The correct final format depends on the document and where it will be used. Some legal documents need professional translation only, while others require a certified translation or another formal route.
Individuals & families
Family proceedings, immigration matters, divorce documents, declarations, certificates and personal legal records.
Businesses
Commercial contracts, NDAs, terms and conditions, employment agreements and corporate legal documentation.
Courts & official submissions
Documents prepared for review in proceedings, tribunals, administrative matters or other formal submissions.
Documents covered
Legal documents we can translate
Send the full file for review if your document is not listed. Legal matters often contain connected pages, exhibits, schedules or supporting evidence that need to be considered together.
Court documents
Judgments, court orders, claim forms, case papers, evidence bundles and other material used in court proceedings.
Witness statements
Witness evidence, declarations, supporting statements, exhibits and associated case documentation.
Contracts & agreements
Commercial contracts, service agreements, NDAs, employment agreements, clauses, terms and conditions.
Solicitor correspondence
Formal letters, legal notices, instructions, correspondence and supporting documents exchanged during a matter.
Family law documents
Divorce, marriage, child-related proceedings, family court papers and supporting personal documentation.
Immigration legal records
Case documents, legal correspondence, declarations, court records and supporting immigration evidence.
Corporate legal documents
Company agreements, governance documents, legal notices, transaction documents and compliance-related records.
Powers of attorney
Documents granting or recording authority for legal, financial, property or business matters.
Certificates & official records
Legal certificates and official records required alongside a court, solicitor, business or administrative matter.
Court & tribunal documents
Translation for legal proceedings and case documentation
Legal case files can contain formal terminology, repeated references, names of parties, procedural dates, case numbers, exhibits and supporting evidence. These details need to remain easy to compare with the original document.
When a translation will be used in court proceedings or supplied to a solicitor, tell us exactly where it will be used and provide any instructions you have received.
- Case and court reference numbers
- Names of parties and representatives
- Witness statements and supporting evidence
- Judgments, orders and tribunal papers
- Dates, numbered paragraphs and document structure
- Visible stamps, seals and annotations
A clear online process
How our legal translation service works
Send the document first so its language, length, intended use, certification requirements and delivery deadline can be reviewed before the work proceeds.
1
Upload the document
Send the complete contract, court paper, statement, letter, certificate, agreement or supporting evidence.
2
Explain its intended use
Provide the required language, receiving organisation, deadline and any certification or submission instructions.
3
Translation & review
The document is translated with attention to terminology, meaning, structure, references and presentation.
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Receive the completed file
Receive the translation in the agreed format, with certification and printed delivery arranged where required.
Choose the correct formality
Certified legal translation and other official routes
“Official”, “certified”, “notarised”, “apostilled” and “sworn” do not mean the same thing. The correct route depends on the organisation receiving the document and, for overseas use, the destination country.
Certified translation
A translation supplied with written confirmation identifying it as a true and accurate rendering of the source.
View certified translation →Notarised translation
An additional notarial step when the receiving organisation specifically asks for authentication or witnessing.
View notarised translation →Apostille-related translation
Translation arranged alongside document legalisation requirements when an eligible document is being used overseas.
View apostille translation →Sworn translation
For jurisdictions where a formally sworn or authorised translator is required under the destination country's system.
View sworn translation →
Not sure which one applies?
Send the exact wording supplied by the court, solicitor, authority, embassy or organisation receiving the translation. Avoid adding extra formalities unless they are actually required.
Accuracy & consistency
Legal details that require careful translation
A legal translation is more than replacing one sentence with another. The finished document must remain clear enough for the reader to follow its terminology, structure and relationship to the source document.
Legal terminology
Terms are handled in context rather than translated in isolation.
Names & spellings
Names remain consistent with the source and any supplied preferred spelling.
Dates & figures
Dates, amounts, percentages and numerical references receive careful attention.
Case references
File, claim, court and document identifiers are kept easy to cross-check.
Clauses & numbering
Paragraph and clause structures are retained where they help comparison.
Stamps & annotations
Visible seals, handwritten notes and official markings are represented where relevant and legible.
Pricing & deadlines
Legal translation cost and turnaround
Legal files vary considerably in length and complexity. The final price and delivery time are confirmed after the complete document, language pair, formatting and certification requirements have been reviewed.
| Route | Published timeframe | Suitable when |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Usually 2–3 working days | Shorter documents where the deadline allows standard processing. |
| Next day | Usually 1 working day | Time-sensitive documents that can be accepted for priority processing. |
| Same day | Within 24 hours where available | Suitable urgent documents, subject to language, length and translator availability. |
| Large files / bundles | Confirmed after review | Case bundles, contracts and multi-document matters requiring more extensive work. |
Prepare your request
What to send for an accurate legal translation quote
Complete information helps the team assess the scope, certification route, deadline and delivery format without unnecessary follow-up.
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Every relevant page
Send a complete, readable PDF, scan or photograph rather than a cropped extract.
2
Source and target languages
State the current document language and the language required for the completed translation.
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Receiving organisation
Name the court, solicitor, authority, company, embassy or other organisation that will receive it.
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Submission instructions
Include any written requirement mentioning certification, notarisation, apostille or sworn translation.
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Your deadline
Provide the actual date and time required, particularly for hearings, filings or urgent submissions.
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Delivery requirements
Confirm whether a digital PDF is sufficient or whether you also require a printed postal copy.
Legal translation is not legal advice
The translation service prepares the language version of the material supplied. Questions about legal strategy, admissibility, procedural requirements or which documents must be filed should be confirmed with the relevant solicitor, court or receiving organisation.
Questions customers ask
Legal translation services FAQs
Answers about legal documents, certification, court papers, turnaround, confidentiality and formatting.
What types of legal documents can you translate?
Legal translation can cover contracts, agreements, court documents, witness statements, judgments, claim forms, tribunal papers, legal correspondence, certificates, immigration documents, evidence bundles and other legal materials.
Do you provide certified legal translations?
Yes. Where certification is required, the translation can be supplied with a certification statement and the identifying details appropriate to the confirmed service. Tell us which organisation will receive the document before ordering.
Can you translate court documents and witness statements?
Yes. Court papers, witness statements, judgments, claim forms, evidence documents and tribunal materials can be translated with attention to legal terminology, names, references, dates and document structure.
How long does legal translation take?
Shorter documents may fit the published standard route of around 2–3 working days. Next-day and same-day options may be available for suitable work. Larger contracts, evidence bundles and case files require an individually confirmed schedule.
How much does legal translation cost?
Published standard certified translation pricing starts from £29.99 per page for eligible work. Legal translation costs can vary according to language pair, length, terminology, formatting, urgency and certification requirements, so the final amount is confirmed after reviewing the complete document.
Are legal documents handled confidentially?
Yes. The existing service states that legal documents are handled confidentially and with care because files may contain sensitive personal, commercial or case-related information.
Can you keep the original layout and formatting?
Where appropriate, the translated document can follow the original structure, including headings, clauses, numbering, tables and visible document features so that the translation remains clear and easy to compare with the source.
Do I need certified, notarised or sworn translation?
That depends on the receiving organisation and destination country. A certified translation is a common UK route, while some overseas authorities request notarisation, an apostille or a translator recognised under a local sworn-translator system. Follow the recipient's written instructions.
Do I need to send the original legal document?
A clear digital copy is often sufficient to review and prepare translation work. Originals may become relevant when a notarial, legalisation or specific submission procedure requires them.
Which languages are available?
Official Translation Service supports more than 100 languages. Send the source and required target language with your document so availability can be checked for the specific legal matter.
Ready to begin?
Send your legal documents for review
Upload the complete document and include the language, intended use, receiving organisation and deadline. The appropriate translation route, price and expected delivery can then be confirmed.