Chinese legal translation

A poorly translated contract, set of articles or agreement can change the legal force of the document itself. Legal translation between Chinese and English, or Chinese and French, demands the precision of law as much as command of both languages.

Documents I translate

Sinotrad translates documents where every term carries weight, from Chinese into English or French and back again:

Commercial contracts, distribution agreements, employment contracts
Articles of association, shareholder agreements, board minutes
Terms and conditions of sale and use
Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and intellectual property clauses
Compliance documents, legal correspondence, formal notices

Why legal precision changes everything

Chinese law and Western legal systems do not map word for word. A term rendered loosely can shift a liability, weaken a clause or open up an exploitable ambiguity. My work is to convey the exact legal effect, not just the words, flagging the points where the two systems diverge.

Confidentiality

Legal documents are sensitive by their very nature. A confidentiality agreement applies by default, and your texts are never disclosed to third parties or outsourced. You deal with a single point of contact, from quote to delivery.

For a document intended for a court or a public authority that requires a certified translation by a sworn translator, this is a separate service. Mention it in your request and I will point you to the right solution.

A legal document to translate?

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Frequently asked questions

Do you translate into Chinese as well as out of it?

Yes, in both directions, and also between English and Chinese, and French and Chinese.

Does legal translation have to be certified?

No. Certified translation is only required for certain official uses (courts, public administration). Most contracts and business documents do not need it.

What about turnaround times?

Turnaround depends on volume and technical complexity. The quote states a firm delivery date, and rush work is possible.