Subjects:

Legal Skills and Method

Contents:

Introduction: The Importance of Clear English in Writing and Drafting Suggestions for Good Writing: Guidance from the Masters:

Elmore Leonard : (30 Lessons in Basic Grammar),

George Orwell: (Six Rules for Good Writing) Part I The Application of Clear English in Legal Practice 1. Correspondence with Opposing Parties in Dispute Resolution 2. Advising the Client in Writing 3. Clear English Drafting Part 11 Using Stylised Legal Writing 1. House Style 2. Elements of Style and Format 3. English Usage in Legal Writing 4. E-mail Practice and Etiquette 5. Precis for Lawyers Part III: Glossaries and Useful Information Latin terms

Norman French

Glossary of short words

Common Abbreviations in Legal Usage Creeping Americanisms

Company terms and abbreviations

A Style Guide to Organisations, People, Places and Names

Dates and Figures

Modes of address

Universal Anyday Calendar Currencies

Time Zones

Rough conversion of weights and measures

Designed for all those interested in good practice in legal English, this handy volume is ideal for individuals looking for a ready reference and for those training trainees and pupils.