I'M Tora
Translator, Interpreter
San Jose,CA
Summary
Client-orientated lawyer-turned-linguist with proven research, analytic, and critical thinking skills built from 15+ years of consulting experience, with a solid legal background and a good understanding of accounting, finance, and commercial real estate.
Quote
Almost everything worthwhile carries with it some sort of risk, whether it’s starting a new business, whether it’s leaving home, whether it’s getting married, or whether it’s flying into space.
Chris Hadfield
From Tora
"Great! Now that I have started my own business and been away from home,
there are only two risks for me to take, getting married and going to space.
I'll start with space.
The other one seems a bit far-fetched."
Tora
Overview
6
6
Years in legal service
8
8
Years in business settings
10
10
Years of international cultural exposure
15
15
Years in consulting roles
26
26
years of professional experience
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Business Analysis
- Customer Relations
- Market Research
- Crisis Negotiation
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Management
- Dry Sense of Humor
- Great with Cats
IT Savvy
- Microsoft Office Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook
- Computer-Assisted Translation Tools: Trados, MemoQ, XTM, Smartcat
- WordPress, Canva
- Zoom
- Typing speed: 58 wpm / 100% accuracy
Languages
Mandarin
Native or Bilingual
Cantonese
Native or Bilingual
Shanghainese
Native or Bilingual
Hangzhounese
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Websites
Translation portfolios
Please visit LinguaTora.com for a curation of translation samples that showcase the specialty, quality, and versatility I can offer.
Examples of recent translation experience:
- Translation of a pro bono project for the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley.
- Transcription and translation of a series of talks shared by a Daoist priest on the Daoist cultivation or refinement (道家修煉) based on the Jade Scripture (玉樞寶經) which has now completed the 5th episode. This is an ongoing group effort which I have been playing a fair part.
- I've undertaken the self-initiated project of translating two books from English into Chinese with the goal of eventual publication.
Interpreting Experiences and More
- Simultaneous Interpreting for a CA-based VC company, 03/2024
- International Crisis Negotiation Workshop (annual event jointly facilitated by Middlebury Institute and the Center for Strategic Leadership at the US Army War College), 03/2024, 3-day intense simulation of international crisis negotiation: played the role as head of the Chinese delegation and our team was voted as the best team
- Mini Translation Projects (3 completed portfolios available at request), Fall 2023 - Spring 2024, Genre: literary, historical nonfiction, religious nonfiction, true crime
- Shanghai Interpretation Accreditation, 05/2021: English Interpretation Examination Certificate, Advanced-Level
- 2020 China National Written Translation Contest, Online, 07/2020 - 11/2020: Certificate of Excellence in Quarter-Final, qualified for Semifinal in Legal Translation
- International Maritime Organization Annual Conference, London, UK, 01/2020, 5-day dummy booth experience
- Global CEO Conference 2019, Shanghai, China, 09/29/2019, Volunteer work as conference facilitator
- Interpreting experiences at work place
Work History
Manager (Strategic Advisory & Market Research)
Savills Property Services (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
11.2017 - 05.2021
- Maintained positive relations with high-profile clients such as CKAH and Swire with head-on problem-solving skills and client-focused commitment; worked flexible hours as a team player across different shifts to cater to clients rush-up needs.
- Performed due diligence and conducted market research and business analysis to produce monolingual and/or bilingual market reports and proposals on project planning, design, retail mix, and rental strategy.
- Overcame extremities with diligence and resourcefulness during COVID lockdown and accomplished quality research on lower-tier cities' property markets that had scattered and limited online information.
- Worked various shifts in a team to cater to clients rush-up demands.
Freelancer
Self Employed
09.2011 - 10.2017
- Worked part-time drafting and translating legal and non-legal documentation, always delivered in a timely fashion.
- Volunteered to co-host case studies at weekend interest groups to introduce the basics of common law and legal English.
- Continued online learning to improve English language and translation skills to prepare for post-graduate linguistic studies.
- Participated in the funding stage of a startup mobile pet grooming business.
Office Manager & Consultant
Aspire Business Counsel LLC, Shanghai Office
06.2010 - 08.2011
- Conducted interviews and recruited staff and interns.
- Wrote clear internal procedure, flow charts and templates for staff training and performance evaluation.
- Manage the office through daily supervision.
- Offered guidance to affluent clients regarding both domestic and foreign investment prospects through focused research.
Freelancer
Self-Employed
10.2008 - 05.2010
- Worked part-time on the drafting and translation of various documentation, always delivering on time.
- Volunteered my time to translate English plays into Chinese for local acting groups.
- Took in-class French language courses and passed an A1 level test to gain different cultural exposure.
Assistant to the President
Shanghai Talent Creation Co., Ltd
11.2007 - 06.2008
- Facilitated company in developing internal procedures and compliance rules to prepare company for listing.
- Worked with a US-based attorney to settle overseas disputes and lawsuits.
- Translated legal documentation, including articles of association and comprehensive agreements between Chinese and English.
- Interpreted for company members during business negotiations and meetings.
Lawyer
Shanghai Chengda Law Firm, Shanghai
09.1999 - 09.2001
- Handled general enquiries from new clients to comprehend their objectives, investigated potential solutions, and explored potential results.
- Researched on laws, regulations, and policies; investigated into facts.
- Conducted case analysis to propose appropriate strategies.
- Assisted a major corporate client in asset acquisition and consolidation during my secondment.
Trainee Lawyer
Zhejiang Guoqiang Law Firm, Hangzhou
08.1997 - 08.1999
- Conducted research on law, regulations, and policies to aid senior lawyers.
- Facilitated business negotiations and dispute resolution; also wrote memos and briefings.
- Prepared business registration documents and court papers, kept track of progress, and responded in a timely fashion.
Assistant to In-House Counsel
Zhejiang Metal Material Company, Hangzhou
08.1995 - 08.1997
- Wrote under supervision first drafts of commercial agreements and court filing papers.
- Participated in board meetings and penned memos and briefings for documentation purposes.
- Reviewed company agreement templates and provided suggestions for improvement.
- Participated in one of the subsidiaries' liquidation and restructuring processes that involved internal investigation, record collection, debtors and creditors interviewing, and inventory booking.
Education
Master of Arts - Translation
Middlebury Institute of International Studies
Monterey, US05.2024
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
CASS Business School London
London, UK08.2006
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice - Law
College of Law (University of Law Since 2012)
London, UK07.2005
LLM Corporate and Commercial Laws - Law
King's College London
London, UK08.2004
Postgraduate Diploma in Law -
College of Law (University of Law Since 2012)
London, UK07.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Zhejiang University Law School
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China07.1995
Timeline
Manager (Strategic Advisory & Market Research)
Savills Property Services (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
11.2017 - 05.2021
Freelancer
Self Employed
09.2011 - 10.2017
Office Manager & Consultant
Aspire Business Counsel LLC, Shanghai Office
06.2010 - 08.2011
Freelancer
Self-Employed
10.2008 - 05.2010
Assistant to the President
Shanghai Talent Creation Co., Ltd
11.2007 - 06.2008
Lawyer
Shanghai Chengda Law Firm, Shanghai
09.1999 - 09.2001
Trainee Lawyer
Zhejiang Guoqiang Law Firm, Hangzhou
08.1997 - 08.1999
Assistant to In-House Counsel
Zhejiang Metal Material Company, Hangzhou
08.1995 - 08.1997
Master of Arts - Translation
Middlebury Institute of International Studies
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
CASS Business School London
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice - Law
College of Law (University of Law Since 2012)
LLM Corporate and Commercial Laws - Law
King's College London
Postgraduate Diploma in Law -
College of Law (University of Law Since 2012)
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Zhejiang University Law School
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