Program

A video introduction is available on our multimedia page.

Our Legal English Training Program is tailored and flexible.  It adapts to specific demands and the necessities of different markets. A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded upon completion.

Legal English Training Subjects

1. US Contract Drafting

• Common clauses in US contracts
• Complex paragraphs such as representation and warranties & disclaimers
• Use of Defined Terms

2. Problem Issues & Contingency Contract Drafting

• US contracts which clearly define responsibilities and obligations
• Identify, address and allocate risks posed
• US contract terms which suggest ambiguities

3. Email and Simple Memo Drafting

• Structure and strategies of communications
• Clear and professional communications to prevent misunderstandings
• Persuasive style for successful legal communications

4. Legal Vocabulary

• Cultural differences in use of US legal terminology
• Clear and accurate word choice
• Terminology examples such as offeror/offeree and material breach

5. US Commercial/Business Issues

• Cultural differences in commercial transactions
• Key issues in commercial business contract drafting
• Current commercial legal issues such as data protection

6. Negotiation Principles

• Negotiation mindset and tips
• Managing expectations and persuasive tactics
• Varying negotiation styles

7. Case Study – Negotiation

• Attendees given fact pattern to prepare for contract negotiation
• Practice to develop skills for successful negotiations
• Role play observations and instructor critique

 

Additional Modules

US Court System

• Structure of Federal and State court system
• Choice of venue in the US system
• Key US regulatory agencies including SEC, FDA, EPA

US Regulatory/Compliance Issues

• Sample US regulatory compliance rules and regulations
• Key issues in regulatory/compliance contract drafting
• Investigations and significant regulatory compliance concerns

*We suggest 12-15 total program hours.