I used to specialise in complex legal translations delivered by ridiculous deadlines. Then I had my daughters and downshifted! I can't work all hours any more, but I do guarantee quality over a wide range - literary, legal, journalism, tourism, promotional materials and so on. I am also an experienced and trusted editor of Russian-English translations.

Experience:
2003-11: full-time mother of three, but still speaking and reading Russian regularly.
2002-3: freelance translator and editor based in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
1997-2000: freelance translator in London working mostly for international law firms.
1995-97: Manager of the Translation Group, Baker & McKenzie, Almaty.
1993-95: Associate and staff translator, The Chase Manhattan Bank, London.

Qualifications:
MA in Modern & Medieval Languages (French & Russian), Cambridge University, class 2:1. This included ten months at the Maurice Thorez Institute (Moscow State Linguistic University).
Institute of Linguists Diploma in Translation (Russian into English), passed with Merit/Merit/Distinction.
Member of the Institute of Linguists since 1998.
Five years' residence in Russian-speaking countries.