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M&A Translation · Mergers and Acquisitions

Translation of mergers and acquisitions

We translate all the documentation involved in an M&A transaction — from the letter of intent to the closing — ensuring consistency across hundreds of documents, whilst adhering to deal deadlines and maintaining the utmost confidentiality. For companies, funds and advisers involved in international transactions.

  • Translators specialising in M&A, legal, financial and tax terminology
  • Terminological consistency throughout the data room and its annexes
  • Capacity to handle large volumes to tight deadlines, subject to an NDA

M&A Translation

TransactionSale and purchase of a business
StagesLOI · DD · SPA · closing
Data room✓ Large volume
Certification✓ ISO 9001/17100
Confidentiality✓ NDA
ISO 9001 & 17100 · certified quality
Authorised sworn translators
NDA · enhanced confidentiality
+40 languages · certified translation
Confidentiality · NDAs and encryption
What is M&A translation?

What is M&A translation?

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) translation involves the specialised translation of all documentation generated by a company sale, acquisition or merger: legal, financial, tax and operational. It is not a single document, but a phased process — letter of intent (LOI), due diligence, share purchase agreement (SPA) and closing — involving hundreds of interdependent documents that must maintain consistent terminology. The challenge is not merely linguistic: it involves managing a large volume of documents against tight closing deadlines, ensuring consistency throughout the data room and maintaining the utmost confidentiality, as the information is privileged. Unlike the translation of a single contract, here we translate the entire transaction file.

Preliminary phase

Letters of intent (LOI), non-disclosure agreements (NDA), term sheets and memoranda of understanding (MOU).

Due diligence

Data room documentation: legal, financial, tax and employment due diligence, including reports and supporting annexes.

Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA)

Share/Asset Purchase Agreement, representations and warranties, pricing clauses, earn-outs and conditions precedent.

Closure and integration

Closing documents, deeds, shareholders’ agreements, communications to employees and post-merger documentation.

Trayma’s team of translators specialising in M&A
Specialists in M&A transactions

One team for the whole deal

Translators specialising in M&A with legal, financial and tax expertise, capable of handling large volumes to tight deadlines. We use glossaries and translation memories to ensure consistency throughout the data room. A single point of contact who understands your transaction from start to finish.

M&A translation by language

Translators specialising in each language

Select the language and tell us where the document is going (country and organisation). We tailor the approach and delivery to what is typically required by immigration authorities, universities, notaries, courts or businesses. If you can’t see your specific combination, please get in touch.

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Documents relating to an M&A transaction

Documents we translate for each deal

We translate official and corporate documents whilst preserving the original formatting, stamps, annotations and appendices. Whether the document is intended for a notary’s office, a court, a university or a government department, we check the critical details to minimise any issues.

Letter of Intent (LOI)

LOIs, term sheets and memoranda of understanding (MOUs) from the initial phase.

Confidentiality agreements

NDAs and clauses protecting confidential information relating to the deal.

Due diligence reports

Legal, financial, tax and employment due diligence of the data room.

Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA)

Share/Asset Purchase Agreement, representations, warranties and earn-out.

Valuations and financial reports

Valuation models, accounts and forecasts underpinning the transaction.

Shareholder agreements and closing

Shareholder agreements, closing documents, deeds and correspondence.

Contract translation

Specific contracts relating to the transaction, translated clause by clause.

Audits and due diligence

Audit reports and financial review reports in support of the transaction.

The stages of a deal

We translate the operation from start to finish

An M&A transaction proceeds in stages, each with its own documentation and deadlines. We adapt to the pace of the deal and ensure that the terminology remains consistent throughout.

Before signing

Pre-contractual phase and due diligence

The initial assessment and analysis phase, where volume and confidentiality are critical. We translate quickly so as not to hold up the schedule.

  • Letter of Intent (LOI) and term sheet
  • Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
  • Data room and legal and financial due diligence
  • Valuation reports and forecasts
Signing and closing

Contract, closing and integration

The formalisation and post-transaction phase, where legal accuracy is crucial. When a document requires official validity, we provide a certified copy.

  • Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) and annexes
  • Shareholder agreements, representations and warranties
  • Closing documents and deeds
  • Communications and integration documentation
A Trayma translator reviewing documentation for an M&A transaction
Process, deadlines and delivery

How we handle your transaction

A process tailored to the pace of a deal: volume analysis, a shared glossary, translation coordinated by specialists, and a final review to ensure consistency throughout the entire file. We prioritise our work according to your closing milestones.

1

Scope of the operation

Please let us know the volume of documents, the languages involved and the key dates in your closing schedule.

Now
2

Budgeting and planning

We draw up a glossary, assign a team and plan the deal’s phased deliveries.

Quick
3

Coordinated translation + QA

Legal, financial and tax specialists, ensuring consistent terminology and a final proofread.

By volume
4

Milestone-based deliveries

We deliver in accordance with the closure schedule; with a sworn statement from the MAEC where required.

Guaranteed

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M&A translation quote

What does the pricedepend on?

There is no fixed rate: every document is different. The price is calculated based on these four factors, which is why we need to see the document before we can give you a firm quote.

The languageThe language combination and the availability of translators specialising in M&A for that language pair.
The size of the data roomThe number of documents involved in the transaction and their actual length.
The complexity of the transactionLegal, financial and tax documentation, containing specialist terminology.
Closing deadlinesIf the deal’s timetable is tight, we prioritise and coordinate deliverables by milestones.

For a fixed budget

Send us these four details and we’ll get back to you with a price, a realistic timeframe and our recommended delivery method.

  • The document (PDF or legible photograph)
  • Source and target languages
  • Country and organisation where it will be presented
  • Deadline and whether hard copy submission is required
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When M&A documentation needs to be sworn

Officially recognised, when needed

Much of the documentation relating to a transaction is translated in a straightforward manner, for internal use and negotiations. However, certain documents — deeds, notarised contracts, accounts or documents for registration and submission to public bodies — may require a certified translation, signed and stamped by an officially authorised sworn translator or interpreter. You can check their authorisation by language using the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ official search engine.

The general framework is governed, amongst other regulations, by Royal Decree 724/2020 (BOE), which regulates the Office for Language Interpretation and the role of sworn translators. If your procedure is international, in some cases an apostille or legalisation may also be required, depending on the country.

At Trayma, we go through the destination country and authority with you before issuing the final version, so that we can recommend the safest delivery method and avoid any issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about Mergers and Acquisitions Translation

Why is a specialised translation in the field of mergers and acquisitions essential?
Because an M&A transaction involves a mix of legal, financial and tax terminology across interdependent documents. A specialised translation ensures that each term is conveyed accurately and consistently between languages, thereby avoiding misunderstandings and risks in a transaction where even the slightest nuance can have a significant financial impact.
What documents are involved in the translation of an M&A transaction?
The entire dossier: letter of intent (LOI), NDA, data room documentation, due diligence reports, share purchase agreement (SPA), shareholders’ agreements, and closing and integration documents. We translate the entire transaction whilst ensuring consistent terminology across all documents.
How does this differ from translating a single contract?
The translation of a contract focuses on a specific document. At M&A, we handle hundreds of documents of various kinds, with tight deadlines and high volumes, coordinating a multidisciplinary team and maintaining a common glossary for the entire deal.
How do you ensure the confidentiality of the transaction details?
We apply the highest standards. All translators are bound by non-disclosure agreements (NDAs); we use encrypted channels and secure storage systems; and we restrict access to the designated team. In M&A, we handle confidential information and treat it accordingly.
Can you handle large volumes with tight deadlines?
Yes. We organise teams of several translators who work using a shared glossary and translation memories to ensure consistency, and we plan deliveries in stages in line with the deal’s timetable, without compromising on quality.
Does any part of the transaction require a certified translation?
Most documents can be translated as standard, but certain documents — such as deeds, notarised contracts or documentation for registries and government bodies — may require a certified translation. We will go through the documents with you to determine which ones require this, and deliver them bearing the MAEC’s signature and seal.
Full list

M&A documentation that we translate

These are the documents we translate most frequently throughout a transaction, organised by stage. If yours isn’t on the list, please get in touch: we cover the entire deal file.

  • Letter of Intent (LOI)
  • Term sheet and framework agreement
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
  • Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
  • Sales prospectus (info memorandum)
  • Data room documentation
  • Due diligence legal
  • Financial and tax due diligence
  • Employment due diligence
  • Valuation reports
  • Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA)
  • Declarations and warranties
  • Price and earn-out clauses
  • Shareholders’ agreement
  • Closing documents
  • Deeds and notarisation
  • Financing agreements for the transaction
  • Competition authorisations
  • Communications to employees and stakeholders
  • Post-integration documentation
Where we are

Your M&A translation partner in Alicante

We are right in the centre of Alicante, next to the railway station, with easy access by public transport. We offer in-person appointments and online services for the whole of Spain.

Avda. de la Estación 27, Entlo D
03003 Alicante
2 minutes from the train and tram station (Luceros / Alicante Terminal)
Public car parks and blue zone parking in the surrounding area
How to get there

Tell us about your project and we’ll advise you

Tell us which document you need translated and what it’s for. We’ll let you know whether it requires a certified or standard translation, the fixed price and the turnaround time, all in complete confidence.

Avda. de la Estación 27, Entlo D · 03003 Alicante ISO 9001 & 17100 · NDA L–J 9–17 h · V 9–15 h
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