Introduction to Legal Englishwhich involves approximately 20 hours of direct teaching. The course covers the individual approaches to the legal profession in the various countries of the English speaking world, the form of business structures, international contracts including intellectual property and the elements of legal writing. All of the materials for the course are prepared by us.
Intensive ILEC preparation is a 45 hour course for students who are preparing for the Cambridge Legal English Certificate. ILEC is a high level legal language qualification for overseas lawyers and law students. It is internationally recognized by many law practices, legal associations as well as academic institutions. The course book International Legal English published by Cambridge University Press forms the basis of the course. The exams are held regularly during the year at numerous exam centres throughout the world. Details of the centres as well as more information about the exam can be found on the ILEC website.
Specialist Contract writing courses are meant for lawyers and managers who need to negotiate and write international commercial contracts in legal English. The courses cover pre-contract documentation the structure and major terms of contracts as well as post contract problems and their solutions .The courses involve practical exercises and specifically help with writing in plain English so as to avoiding unnecessary legalese. All materials are prepared by us.
In addition to classroom tuition either at our or your facility, Legal English coaching can also be provided by internet delivery including teleconferencing using Skype.
If you would like more information about any of our courses please do not hesitate to contact us.