About the role

Verdacert provides USCIS-certified translations for immigration filings, court proceedings, university applications, and medical documentation, with a focus on native-speaker review and fast turnaround. We are looking for a Legal Malayalam Translator to join our network of reviewers, translating official documents such as birth certificates, marriage records, court filings, academic transcripts, and immigration paperwork from Malayalam into English (and vice versa where needed), ensuring accuracy that meets the standards required by USCIS and other official bodies.

What you'll do

Translate legal and civil documents (birth/marriage/death certificates, court records, affidavits, transcripts, and immigration forms) between Malayalam and English
Review and edit machine-generated first drafts for accuracy, completeness, and faithful transliteration of names and dates
Sign certification statements attesting to the accuracy and completeness of each translation
Preserve original document layout and formatting in the final translated output
Flag inconsistencies, illegible content, or ambiguous terms in source documents to the project team
Meet defined turnaround windows, including expedited same-day or rush requests when assigned

What we're looking for

Native or near-native fluency in Malayalam and strong professional fluency in English
Demonstrated experience translating legal, civil, or official documents
Familiarity with certified translation standards and certification statement requirements (e.g., 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3) or equivalent)
Strong attention to detail, particularly with names, dates, and numerical data
Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines, including rush turnarounds
Comfortable reviewing documents originating from Indian civil registries and courts

Nice to have

Prior experience with USCIS, court, or university document translation
Familiarity with transliteration conventions for Indian names on US immigration forms
Experience working with translation review or quality-assurance workflows

How to apply

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This is an independent-contractor engagement open to applicants in the countries listed on the posting. We cannot engage or pay contractors ordinarily resident in a country subject to comprehensive U.S. sanctions.

Verdacert LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We consider every application without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to apply, email careers@verdacert.com.

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