Mariel Lettier

Mariel is an English-Spanish translator and content writer from Uruguay. She graduated as a Sworn Translator in 2010 and has been working in various fields since. She specializes in legal and patent translation, as well as literature and localization. She has two master's degrees, one in Literary Translation from the University of Edinburgh and the other in Localization from ISTRAD. She is currently working on her PhD in Literary Translation at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

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business translation

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Business Translation Services

International companies are a worldwide reality and multilingual teams are becoming increasingly prevalent in today’s globalized world. Although going global means more opportunities for growth and expanding the specialized staff pool, it also comes with its challenges. Translating your business documentation is one of them.
human resource translation

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Human Resources Translation

The blog post highlights the significance of human resources (HR) translation for globally dispersed companies and multilingual teams. It explains the necessity of HR translation for international recruitment, communication improvement, documentation accessibility, and compliance with local regulations. The article also details the types of documents requiring translation, outlines the steps for HR document translation, addresses FAQs about costs, delivery times, the use of machine translation, and emphasizes the need for professional translation services for accuracy and legal compliance.
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Employee Handbook Translation

Learn how to translate your employee handbook for diverse teams in a globalized world. This article outlines the importance of handbook translation, including benefits like improved onboarding, safety, productivity, inclusivity, and regulatory compliance. It offers a four-step process to get your handbook translated and addresses FAQs about costs, formats, and professional translation services. Discover how multilingual handbooks enhance communication and understanding within your workforce.
translation rates guide

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Translation Rates in 2023 - A Complete Guide

In this article we’ll explain how translations are priced and why prices vary. We’ll also touch upon the price vs. quality dilemma and answer some frequent questions on the topic.
How to Notarize a Translated Document

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How to notarize a translated document

In this article, we’ll explain how you can notarize a translated document and answer some common questions regarding this process. But first, let’s take a look at the basics of notarization.
translate death certificates

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How to get a death certificate translated

In this article, we’ll go over what death certificates are, when you might need to translate them, and explain the translation process. We’ll also answer some frequently asked questions on this topic.
How to certify a translation

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How to certify a translation

In this article, we’ll explain what a certified translation is and how to get one. We’ll also cover which documents often require certification and why you should find a professional translator for the job.
Translating Documents for USCIS

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Translating documents for USCIS

In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know before translating your foreign language documents. From the documents you might need to submit to USCIS, to translation requirements and certified translation costs.
how to translate a legal document

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How to translate a legal document

It might not seem so, but legal documents are all around us, from birth certificates and driver’s licenses to contracts and court transcripts. Both companies and individuals have their share of dealings with legal documents throughout their lifetimes. When it comes to legal documents in foreign languages, they’ll require translation. This is why, in this article, we’ll focus on legal document translation.
financial translation

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Financial Translation - The complete guide

In this article, we’ll cover the concept of financial translation and the types of financial documents. We’ll also focus on the challenges of financial translation and the importance of hiring professionals.
how to translate diploma

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How to get your degree translated

In this article, we’ll go over the process of getting your degree certificate translated. We’ll also discuss when you will need to translate it, who can do the translation and how much it costs. But first, we’ll go over the concept of academic translation.
Family Translation Services

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Translation services for families - A complete Guide

In this article, we’ll cover the different instances in which you might need translation services for families and the most common documents translated in these cases.
certificate translation accuracy

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What is a certificate of translation accuracy?

In this article, we’ll give you some background but focus more closely on the Certificate of Accuracy. We’ll also cover notarized translations and give you an overview of translation requirements in other countries.
translating drivers license

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How to translate your driver’s license for the DMV

So what happens if you have a foreign driver's license in a different language? In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of translating your driver’s license for the DMV. We’ll also go over the requirements and costs.
how to translate marriage certificates

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How to translate a marriage certificate

In this article, we break down when you need to translate your marriage certificate and how to do it. You’ll also find answers to some common questions related to this topic below, such as where to find your marriage certificate and how much the translation will cost.
How to become a medical translator

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How to become a medical translator

In this article, we’ll go over what being a medical translator entails and give you an overview of the steps to becoming one.
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Patent translation - Everything you need to know

In this article, we’ll go over what patent translation entails, its importance, its cost, and the need for professional translation services. As a bonus, we’ll discuss machine translation when it comes to patents.
translate immigration documents

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How to translate immigration documents for USCIS

In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about immigration document translation. We’ll also answer some of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to the translation of foreign language documents for immigration purposes.
What is an official translation?

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What is an official translation?

In this article, we’ll go over the basics of official translations—including its definition, features and types—and discuss who is in charge of carrying out these translations.