WE’RE THE TRANSLATION & INTERPRETING AGENCY FOR LAW FIRMS

Our focus extends beyond local law firms in Sheffield, Leeds, and Leicester, specialising in Family Law, Criminal Law, and Immigration. We collaborate with top-ranked law firms within the UK and globally, including two Chambers' Band 1 Product Liability: Food law-rated firms, solicitors acknowledged in The Times' compilation of the finest law firms in England and Wales, and more.

Whether engaged in minor cases alongside nearby law firms or supporting extensive multinational LLPs, our remote and face-to-face interpreting services are made to streamline your experience.

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“Thanks also once again for arranging this all for us on a tight turnaround – we’ve been really impressed with Talking Heads and will certainly be back in touch in the future if we require interpreters again.”

- Bindmans LLP, London

“I’m just emailing to ask you to pass on Counsel’s and my thanks to your Interpreter – our barrister reported to me that she was extremely helpful and provided an excellent service.”
- Regional Law Firm

“ The Judge in this case has asked me to pass on her thanks for the way this booking has been processed and delivered. ”
- Court Clerk

“I would like to mention that my Project Manager was extremely helpful in this matter and all other bookings. In fact everyone I have worked with at Talking Heads has been very helpful.”
- Elliot Mather LLP

“With the difficulties that I had in obtaining funding from a relevant authority, a required date for information was fast approaching. Despite the short time available, Talking Heads ensured I had the translations I required in good time. Excellent service. ”
- Solicitor


Legal Translation & Interpreting Services

  • Certified Translation - Proficient in translating various legal documents, including certifications, contracts, notarised documents, etc.

  • Expertise in Legal Fields - Specialised legal translation services in London, covering a range of law areas such as family, criminal, conveyancing, employment, litigation, personal injury, negligence, immigration, etc.

  • Specialised Terminology - Precise translation of specialist terminology related to patents, insurance, medical law, and other fields.

  • Exact Legal Language - Utilisation of precise legal language and terms in the target language, ensuring relevance to local laws.

  • Flexible Funding Options - Provision of translation services for privately funded cases as well as Legal Aid and Legal Help cases (more details below).

 

Certified Legal Translation Services

CoAT (Certificate of Authentic Translation)
A translation is provided with a Certificate of Authentic Translation (CoAT), signed and stamped by Talking Heads. We are proud members of the Association of Translation Companies of the UK.

SWORN Translation
Our translation comes with an Affidavit signed by Talking Heads and is solemnly affirmed in the presence of a solicitor. The solicitor signs and affixes their stamp, confirming the formal 'swearing' of the documents.

NOTARISATION
Commencing with the aforementioned process, our notarisation service involves the assistance of a Notary for added authentication.

 

Legal Translation: Legal Aid Agency (LAA) Funded Cases

  • With over 19 years of expertise in Legal Aid, Legal Help, and Immigration cases, we possess a deep understanding of the system, making the process more manageable for you.

  • Written Translation at the sanctioned LAA rate: £99 per 1,000 words (no prior authorisation required).

  • Verbal Face-to-Face or Remote Interpreting at the sanctioned LAA rate: £28 per hour.

 

Flexible Payment Terms for No Win-No Fee Cases

  • We specialise in handling cases involving Personal Injury, negligence, and more.

  • We comprehend the intricacies of your process.

  • Deferred and discounted fee agreements are available.

  • Take advantage of split billing options.

Expertise in Specialised Terminology

 

Tailored Translations for Privately Funded Cases

  • Our legal translation services in London cater to various legal teams, including family, criminal, conveyancing, employment, and litigation.

  • Benefit from a professional and experienced legal document translation service.

  • Explore split billing options for both legal translation and interpreting services.

 

We Have Extensive Expertise in Legal Translation for Law Firms

Choosing Talking Heads for legal translation services in London provides numerous advantages for your firm. We offer competitive rates, including the flexibility of split billing and deferred/discounted fee agreements. For Legal Aid/Legal Help Translation funded cases, we adhere to approved legal aid association rates: £99/1k words for legal document translation and £28/hr for legal aid interpretation.

With over 19 years of experience in Legal Aid, Legal Help, and immigration cases, we possess a profound understanding of the system, making the process smoother for you. Our professional and experienced legal translator service adheres to ISO 1700:2015 translation standards, ensuring complete accuracy and legal compliance for certified London legal translation services.

The Benefits of Our Legal Translation Services

Our unique system incorporates legislative referencing and glossaries, ensuring compliance in the market. Collaborating with world-leading legal partners, we offer international compliance advice. With a vast team of linguists and compliance experts, our legal translations provide multifaceted benefits.

We can create and manage glossaries of terms to maintain consistency and quality throughout your legal translations. This meticulous approach ensures that your legal document translations are comprehensive and accurate, regardless of the language.

Place your trust in our extensive legal translation experience. Over the years, we have collaborated with legal companies, delivering tailor-made legal translation services in the UK that you can rely on with confidence.

Trusted Providers of Certified Legal Translation Services

Language barriers can complicate cases, potentially leading to errors or overlooked details that could be pivotal. Avoid the pitfalls – entrust Talking Heads with your legal translation services, whether for legal document translation or privately funded or legal aid interpretation.

Our legal translators excel in translating documents and interpreting conversations, exhibiting expertise in each sector's specialised terminology. This proficiency allows them to accurately translate and comprehend your documents or precisely interpret and transcribe crucial conversations related to your case.

Reliable Legal Translation Services And Interpretation

At Talking Heads, our expertise extends deep into your sector. We collaborate with over 2,000 individual fee-earners spanning almost 300 law firms, including local solicitors near our three regional offices in Sheffield, Leicestershire, and West Yorkshire Our reach also encompasses national and international law firms, with many featured in annual top 100 lists.

Understanding the nuances of your sector and its specialised terminology is at the core of our legal translation services. It's not just about translating documents; our legal translators analyse and interpret your case, drawing on their relevant experience and employing precise legal language and terms. Talking Heads offers reliable legal translation in London, legal document translation, and legal aid interpretation that you can rely on.

For a more in-depth discussion about our legal translators, legal document translation, or interpretation services, reach out to Talking Heads today.

FAQs

How do Talking Heads ensure accuracy in legal translations?

We employ experienced legal translators who specialise in the specific terminology of various legal sectors. Our process includes thorough reviews and quality checks to ensure the accuracy and precision of each translation.

Can Talking Heads handle legal documents for different areas of law?

Yes, our London legal translation services cover a broad spectrum, including family law, criminal law, conveyancing, employment, litigation, personal injury, negligence, immigration, and more. Our team is equipped to handle diverse legal fields.

What sets Talking Heads apart in legal aid interpretation services?

We adhere to approved legal aid association rates, providing transparent and competitive pricing. Our interpreters are skilled in legal terminology and maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring accurate and reliable legal aid interpretation.

How does Talking Heads manage confidentiality in legal document translation?

Confidentiality is a top priority for us. Our team adheres to strict privacy protocols, and we are open to signing non-disclosure agreements when necessary. Your legal documents are handled with the utmost care and confidentiality throughout the translation process.