American Legal English: Using Language in Legal Contexts - Softcover

Lee, Debra Suzette; Hall, Charles; Hurley, Marsha

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0472085867 ISBN 13: 9780472085866

Publisher: University of Michigan Press ELT, 1999

Synopsis

American Legal English: Using Language in Legal Contexts provides a basic introduction to the U.S. legal system for non-native speakers of English. It combines elements of law with language to enhance non-native English speakers's ability to communicate with their legal counterparts in English. Reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities are included in each chapter.While a good basic knowledge of general English is presumed, there is no assumption that the students have any knowledge of the U.S. legal system or legal terminology. Collaborative, communicative activities are used throughout the text to engage student interest and involve them in the learning process. Realia, in the form of cases and statutes, is included so that students become comfortable with legal English and its sometimes difficult syntax. The text can be used for both law students and legal practitioners, in either intensive programs or those of longer duration. Non-attorney English for Spe

Edition details

• Publisher: University of Michigan Press ELT
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0472085867
• ISBN 13: 9780472085866
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 296