French to English Translator | Leading Lawyer-Linguist

Legal and Business Translation Services

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I’m Nicole Fenwick, and I’m a qualified and entrepreneurial French to English legal translator and one of the UK’s leading lawyer-linguists based in Barcelona. I help individuals, law firms, notaires, lawyers and businesses to reach English-speaking audiences by providing legal and business translation services.

I’ve made it my mission in life to break down legal and business language barriers between French and English. In fact, I’ve made a career out of it.

With me, you’ll receive exceptional quality legal and business translation services that ensure that nothing is lost in translation.

How am I qualified to help you?

I have an MA in Translation Studies from the world-renowned Durham University (Distinction).
I have an LLB in English Law with French Law and Language from another leading UK University, the University of Leicester (2:1).
I’m a Chartered Linguist and Member of the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL).
I regularly carry out pro bono translation work for the United Nations and Translators without Borders.

I help you successfully navigate between the French and English legal jurisdictions and languages so that you can go about your business in English. I do this by protecting your rights and cracking the legal code.

I want you to come away feeling like you have the world at your feet because you have translations of your legal and business documents that you can trust in a language you can understand.

As a Chartered Linguist, I uphold the highest professional standards and ethics and I combine my professionalism with a friendly approach that reassures clients that they’re in safe hands.

Once I work my magic, you’ll have the power to assert your legal rights or do business in English. Then, the world’s your oyster.

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My Services

I provide a range of legal and business translation services from French to English that will allow you to successfully communicate in English. Learn more about the services I provide below and get in touch if you’d like me to send you a bespoke quote.

Translation Services

Proofreading Services

Editing and Revising Services

Languages for Lawyers

Mentoring Services for Translators

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The report is truly beautiful! Thank you so much for the huge amount of work that you have done, your professionalism, patience and creativity!

I cannot express how important you have been in helping us develop and publish this “mother of all reports” on child soldiers in the DRC.

Senior Child Protection Advisor, United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the DR Congo

The translation entirely fulfilled the client’s expectations! Thank you for your work.

Associate in Intellectual Property Law, Benoliel Avocats

Exceptional responsiveness and professionalism! A long cooperation in perspective! I can’t wait for Nicole to start learning Greenlandic to simplify our exchanges with the local communities. 🙂

Nicolas Dubreuil, Managing Partner at SEDNA

Nicole revised my service agreement for me, both in terms of the English language and legal side of things. I was super happy with the outcome. She enhanced my agreement a lot, and I now feel confident that it’ll protect me and my business in the future. Aside from her quality work, Nicole was super friendly, very responsive, and always there to listen to my questions and concerns. I’d recommend her to anyone wanting to up their legal game as a freelance translator.

Eva Katernberg, English and French to German Translator, Localization Specialist and Transcreator

I really enjoy working with you! As a project manager, I especially appreciate your responsiveness, flexibility and very professional approach to your work. I’m also really satisfied with the quality of your translations.

Olga, Project Manager at Translavic BV

Nicole proofread my international affairs master’s degree final thesis and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the work she did for me! She was able to deliver me the work on time and provided me with enriching and interesting insights on how to improve my written English. I definitely recommend her services to anyone looking for high-quality performance at a competitive price.

Serena Moscato, Project Assistant at Valore D

We are extremely happy with the services delivered by Nicole. She is a knowledgeable translator that goes above and beyond to provide us with the best quality. She is also communicative and responsive, it’s a pleasure to work with her and will definitely continue to use her services.

Paula, Project Manager at My Language Connection

I’ve worked with Nicole as a client and a fellow committee member, and she is one of the most professional, entrepreneurial linguists I know. Her passion for the industry is infectious.

Kate Stansfield, Founder of Sea Change Multilingual

I’m always very happy about the outcome as Nicole always improves my English texts big time. I like her fast responsiveness, friendly attitude, and the high-quality services that she always provides. You can always fully rely on Nicole to deliver your work on time, accompanied by a friendly note which makes me smile every time. I would absolutely recommend her professional, smart and reliable editing and translation services for anyone striving to make their texts perfect.

Lenka Fifková Školníková, English, German and Czech to Slovak Translator

Nicole’s knowledge and experience of being a freelance translator were invaluable to me when I first decided to take the leap into freelancing. She talked me through how to get clients, price, and motivated me to make my business work for me. If you are new to translation or thinking about freelancing, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her. My business wouldn’t be where it is today without her help and support! Thanks, Nicole!

Chloe Stout, French and Italian into English Translator and Subtitler

I asked Nicole to craft two privacy policies for my company websites, and I couldn’t have received better service! She is knowledgeable, professional, quick, and friendly. She communicated clearly and efficiently throughout the process and delivered both projects well before the agreed deadline. The privacy policies she created were clear, precise, and easily understandable, and Nicole was always on-hand to help with any questions I had about anything. I would highly recommend her services!

Abi Prowse, Founder of Linguamore Communications Studio

Very professional. Nicole carried out a thorough and diligent correction of an academic article and she ensured very quick delivery of the work. I highly recommend her!

Raoul, PhD student in the Faculty of Law at the University of Hamburg

We want to thank you for being one of the top linguists that we collaborate with. We truly appreciate your hard work and dedication.

Translavic BV Team

Nicole is a very helpful and attentive colleague. I assigned her the draft of my privacy policy for my website and was really pleased with the result. She delivered an impeccable service. Thanks a million, Nicole. I hope to work together again soon.

Heide Frank, Italian and English to German Translator and Interpreter

I just want to say a huge thank you!

Emilio, MRes student at Durham University