Job opportunity – Research Associates at the German Constitutional Court

In the context of strengthening the international dimension of its work, the Federal Constitutional Court is offering two temporary positions for research associates (legal translation/international relations) for a fixed term of two years starting as soon as possible (one full-time and one part-time (50%) position). Continue reading

Conference – Comparative law in practice (DE)

The German translation association BDÜ is holding the 7th edition of its conference on the subject of language and law, entitled: “Comparative Law in Practice” from 16 to 17 September 2022. The conference is aimed at interpreters and translators who work with law and legal language, and other professionals such as lawyers, judges, notaries… Continue reading

Contract law translation series (DE-EN / EN-DE)

The German network of the UK association ITI has organised a three-part webinar series which examines the basics of German and English contract law, fundamental principles, practical challenges in translation, specific requirements when translating legal texts, pitfalls and approaches.

Although the first webinar is now past and was fully booked, the organisers have reopened applications, having decided that they can accommodate another 8 attendees, who will be able to watch the recording of the first session and take part in the remainder of the sessions. Continue reading