Legal English (Paperback, 4 New edition)

1 Introduction to legal English
2 Grammar for legal writing
3 Punctuation for legal writing
4 Sentence structure
5 Legal writing standards: dates, numbers, citations and headings
6 Terminology and linguistic peculiarties
7 Elements of good style: clarity, consistency, effectiveness
8 What to avoid
9 British and American English
10 Contracts: structure and interpretation
11 Contracts clauses: types and specimen clauses
12 Drafting legal documents: language and structure
13 Correspondence and memoranda
14 Self-study exercises
15 Aspects of spoken English
16 Meeting, greeting and getting down to business
17 Interviewing and advising
18 Dealing with difficult people: ten-point guide
19 Court advocacy
20 Negotiation
21 Chairing a formal meeting
22 Making a presentation
23 Telephoning