Legal Translator (US-Based, ATA/DSHS Certified)

Prisma International; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma International, Inc. seeks US-based professional legal translators to join our independent contractor team. You will provide human translations from English into your native language using XTM; machine translations are strictly prohibited.

Requirements include ATA or DSHS LTC certification, two years of translation for U.S. courts, fluency in English and the target language, and proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and MS Word.

Qualifications

• ATA Certified or DSHS LTC Certified for target language pair.
• Demonstrated expertise in legal terminology, judicial procedures and court forms.
• Adhere to the ATA Code of Ethics and Prisma's standards.
• Two years of translation experience for U.S. courts and judicial offices.
• Fluent in English and the target language.
• Experience with CAT tools (XTM provided).
• Able to work with PC and MAC formats including MS Word and PDFs with annotations.

Responsibilities

• Provide human-written translations using XTM; machine translation is prohibited.
• Follow project instructions, glossaries, and reference materials.
• Ensure style and register are appropriate for the target language.
• Conduct pre-delivery quality checks for accuracy and meaning.
• Meet deadlines and project budgets.
• Review and annotate target PDFs using Adobe markup tools.
• Communicate professionally with Prisma team members.
• Participate in quality management processes (CARs, RCAs).
• Protect confidential information (PHI/PII).
• Adhere to Prisma's MSA and Vendor Guide.

Skills

ATA/DSHS certification

Legal terminology

English proficiency

US court experience

Adobe Acrobat

Tools

XTM

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Prisma International, Inc. seeks US-based professional legal translators to join our independent contractor team. You will provide human translations from English into your native language using XTM; machine translations are strictly prohibited.

Requirements include ATA or DSHS LTC certification, two years of translation for U.S. courts, fluency in English and the target language, and proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and MS Word.