International Law Firm Expands Global Reach with 99.9% Accuracy Rate

Morrison & Sterling LLP had built a reputation as one of the premier international law firms, handling complex cross-border transactions, international arbitration, and multinational corporate matters. However, their growth was being constrained by translation challenges.

The firm's previous translation vendor, while adequate for basic documents, struggled with the nuanced legal terminology required for complex transactions. A 3% error rate might seem acceptable in other contexts, but in legal documents, a single mistranslated term could invalidate a contract or expose the firm to malpractice claims.

After a particularly costly incident where a translation error nearly derailed a $200 million acquisition, the firm's leadership decided to find a new translation partner. Day Translations was selected after a rigorous evaluation process that included test translations reviewed by the firm's bilingual attorneys.

We began by conducting a comprehensive audit of the firm's translation needs across all practice areas and jurisdictions. Our team included attorneys licensed in multiple countries, certified legal translators with decades of experience, and quality assurance specialists with legal backgrounds.

The implementation included creating custom glossaries for each practice area, establishing secure document handling protocols that exceeded GDPR and other regulatory requirements, and integrating with the firm's document management system for seamless workflow.

The results transformed the firm's international practice. Translation turnaround time decreased by 60%, enabling faster deal closures. The accuracy rate of 99.9% eliminated translation-related disputes entirely. Partners reported that clients specifically cited the firm's multilingual capabilities as a competitive advantage.

The financial impact was substantial. While the firm invested $890,000 in translation services over 24 months, they avoided an estimated $4.2 million in potential dispute costs and generated additional revenue from expanded international work. The total ROI exceeded 470%.