Haigh, Rupert.

Legal English / Rupert Haigh. - 2nd ed. - London : Routledge-Cavendish, 2009. - 320 p.

Previous ed.: 2004.

Introduction to legal English -- Elements of legal writing -- Punctuation for legal writing -- Basic standards of legal writing -- Elements of good style : clarity, consistency, effectiveness -- What to avoid -- British and American English -- Contracts : performance, termination and remedies -- Contracts : structure and interpretation -- Contract clauses : types and specimen clauses -- Drafting legal documents : language and structure -- Correspondence and memoranda -- Applying for a legal position -- Aspects of spoken English -- Meeting, greeting and getting down to business -- Interviewing and advising -- Dealing with difficult people : 10-point guide -- Court advocacy -- Negotiation -- Chairing a formal meeting -- Making a presentation -- Telephoning.

Supported by questions & answers throughout, this learning aid covers: writing clear & accurate legal documents & letters in English; the key situations in which legal & business professionals use oral communication; & the language used in international business contracts.

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Legal composition.
Law--Terminology
Law--Language
English language--Usage
English language--Business English
Law.
Legal systems: general
Law & society, sociology of law
Legal profession: general
Reference works
Jurisprudence & general issues

K94 / .H35 2009

340.14 HAI