MONICA MANUNTA BARNES
Legal Translation SolutionsEnglish <> Italian | English <> French | French > Italian
monica@mmbtranslations.com
+1 321 626 8984
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LIST OF SERVICES
Translation
Italian<>English, English<>French
Editing/Proofreading
Italian, English, French
Monolingual/Bilingual Translation Review and Validation
Italian, English, French
Glossary building and validation
Certified/sworn translations for court filings
Courtesy (unofficial) translations
Executive summaries for large corpuses of documents
INDUSTRIES
Energy
Oil & Gas
Infrastructure
Corporate finance
Real estate
Architecture
Professional services (consulting, tax, & legal)
Insurance
Fashion
Health & Life sciences
EXPERTISE
Litigation
Court briefs, transcripts, legal opinions, supporting documents; civil, criminal, tax, and administrative proceedings, from lower courts to Appeals and Supreme Court cases
Corporate governance
By-laws, articles of incorporation, shareholders’ agreements, notarial deeds, board-related documentation, corporate reports, Italian Chamber of Commerce disclosures
White collar
Anti-bribery, compliance, regulatory, code of ethics, organization models, Italian 231-related documentation, anti-money laundering, KYC documents, data protection law (GDPR and related)
Contracts
Construction contracts (EPC, O&M), energy sector supply contracts (PPAs), Italian energy release documentation
Finance/Capital markets
Facility agreements, derivatives-related documentation, investment fund rules and prospectuses, etc.
Corporate M&A
Financial reports, business plans, due diligence reports, SPAs, etc.
Tax
Tax litigation briefs, legal opinions, fairness opinions, transfer pricing documentation
Marketing
Website translation, marketing documents (bios, company profiles, brochures, credentials, etc.)
CLIENTS
My clients include a wide array of entities, ranging from international law and tax firms, language service providers and translation agencies, architecture firms, energy companies (both oil & gas and renewables), real estate investment funds, and government agencies.
Many of my clients are returning clients, and have been relying on my translation services since I started my business in 2014.
Here are a few testimonials from current and past clients:
Lorenzo Parola, Managing Partner, Parola & Associati, Milan (Italy)
“I have had the privilege of working with Monica on numerous legal translation projects, and I can say without hesitation that she is truly outstanding. Her command of both Italian and English—especially in the legal domain—is impeccable, and her attention to nuance, tone, and accuracy consistently exceeds expectations.
She combines linguistic precision with a deep understanding of legal concepts, delivering translations that are not only flawless but also elegantly crafted. Whether it’s contracts, regulatory documents, or complex legal opinions, she always delivers with professionalism, speed, and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Quite simply, Monica is the best legal translator I have worked with, and I recommend her without reservation.”
Marilena Hyeraci, Of Counsel, international law firm, Milan (Italy)
“Monica is an excellent professional, meticulous and mindful of deadlines. She always exceeds expectations in delivering high quality translations even under very strict deadlines. A skillful and reliable translator you can trust without a doubt.”
Melissa Day, Chief of Operations, Prismatic Translations, Florida (USA)
“Monica is one of our best, most trusted translators. Over the many years we have been working with her, she has always provided exceptionally high-quality translations and has always met our deadlines. She is responsive, reliable, and a joy to work with.”
Andrea Bullo, Founding Partner, Bullo Ranieri Avvocati, Milan (Italy)
“My firm habitually relies on Monica for our legal translation needs, especially of our most sensitive work product. Monica pairs solid legal expertise with perfect command of English and of the specialized legal terminology used in international business. Her services have always been timely, fast, and effective. She is a precious resource.”
Francesca Petronio, Partner, international law firm, Milan (Italy)
“What sets Monica a apart is a rare combination of technical precision and contextual sensitivity, whether handling complex contractual language, court filings, regulatory correspondence, or detailed memoranda. Monica possesses an outstanding ability to navigate specialized legal terminology with confidence and consistency, ensuring that every document maintains its integrity across languages. Beyond the quality of the work itself, I have always valued the professionalism, discretion, and responsiveness that Monica brings together with her proactive approach to communication and incredibly remarkable speed of response.”
Bruno Cova, Partner, Greenberg Traurig, Milan (Italy)
“I highly recommend Monica. Over the years she has provided my clients and me with superior legal translation services of great accuracy and timeliness.”
ABOUT ME
I am a legal and business translator with a background in applied linguistics and more than 20 years of combined experience in international consulting companies, law firms, and freelance translation.
My professional background includes:
- Summa cum laude BA in Applied Linguistics on the language of law (Italy–Milan, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore)
- Erasmus Exchange Student (France–Saint Etienne, Université Jean Monnet)
- 10+ years’ experience in international consulting companies and law firms, including Allen&Overy, Dewey&LeBoeuf, and Paul Hastings
- 10+ years’ experience as a freelance legal and business translator
- Italian — native speaker
- English — native speaker fluency
- French — fluent
- Dual citizenship — Italy–United States
WHY CHOOSE ME
Flexibility
- Flexible schedule tailored to clients’ needs
- Fees and turnaround times are quoted upon enquiry
- Rush and weekend jobs upon request (fee surcharge applies)
- Discounts available based on volume/ongoing projects
Expertise & Service
- Solid, proven track record of experience in legal translations
- Clear, collaborative process—always available for feedback
- Independent, reliable, ethical, high-quality, cost-competitive human-powered service provider
- References available on request
Confidentiality & Security
- Secure translation tools that safeguard the confidentiality of clients’ documents and data
- NDA available where required
CONTACT ME
Get in touch to discuss your needs and receive a quote
monica@mmbtranslations.com
+1 321 626 8984
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