Contract Translation: Commercial, Employment and Licensing Agreements

M21Global translates all types of contracts used in the corporate and legal context: commercial and distribution agreements, employment and service contracts, real estate and asset purchase agreements, licensing and franchising agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), service level agreements (SLAs) and framework contracts.

Each type of contract has its own terminology and structure, which vary depending on the applicable jurisdiction. A contract governed by Portuguese law has a different structure and clauses compared to a common law contract. Our linguists identify these differences and ensure that the translation faithfully reflects the obligations and rights of the parties within the correct legal context.

An incorrect contractual translation can have significant financial and legal consequences. Terminological ambiguities can be exploited in litigation, poorly translated clauses can alter obligations or deadlines, and inconsistencies between the original version and the translation can invalidate the document in certain jurisdictions.

Real cases demonstrate that international contractual disputes frequently originate in deficient translations. M21Global mitigates this risk with a dual review process: the lead linguist translates the contract, and a second specialised linguist verifies terminology, coherence and compliance with the applicable jurisdiction. This investment in quality protects the client's interests in the long term.

Contracts contain sensitive commercial and legal information. M21Global implements rigorous data protection measures: all linguists sign project-specific confidentiality agreements, files are transferred and stored with encryption, and access is restricted to individuals directly involved in the project.

We comply with GDPR and information security best practices, because trust is the foundation of any contractual relationship, including the relationship with your translation service provider.