Hi! I’m Katie.
I’m a qualified and experienced patent translator. I help patent attorneys and international law firms protect their clients’ intellectual property by providing top-quality patent translations.
I’ve been working as a professional German to English translator for nearly 15 years and I’ve become the trusted translation partner of a number of IP law firms, specialist translation agencies and patent offices.
I’m also a professional proofreader and copyeditor. I provide specialist editing services in the field of intellectual property as well as more general proofreading and editing services to individuals and a variety of different businesses.
SPECIALISMS
While I’m happy to consider translation or proofreading assignments in any field, I specialise in:
Patents and patent litigation
Including claims, full patent specifications, office actions, notices of opposition and appeal, grounds of opposition and appeal, written submissions and responses, court judgements, prior art documents and licensing agreements
Due to the diverse nature of IP law I have experience translating texts relating to a wide variety of subject matters, including chemistry and pharmaceuticals, electronics, mechanical engineering, medical technology and dentistry.
QUALIFICATIONS
I hold an MA in Translation and Professional Language Skills (with Merit) from the University of Bath and a BA in Germanic Studies (First Class) from the University of Sheffield.
I take continuing professional development (CPD) seriously and regularly engage in activities to build on my language skills and subject knowledge.
MEMBERSHIPS
I’m an Associate Member of the Institute of Translation and Interpreting and an Entry-Level Member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading. As such, I’m committed to quality and to upholding the highest professional standards.
A BIT MORE ABOUT ME
When I’m not at my desk or chasing after my two young daughters, I can generally be found out and about in nature, either pottering about in the garden, running through my local woods, or netwalking with fellow freelance mums. I also love swimming, paddleboarding and all other water-based activities!