Lord Denning, an influential but controversial English
judge, stated that 'Words are the lawyer's tools of trade'. This course book
reflects that conviction as it focuses on words, the language of the law - legal
terms, expressions, and grammar - introduced systematically with relevant
aspects of the law, and examined in context through analytical reading
activities based on original legal texts selected for their interest and
importance in different branches of the common law system. This book explores
constitutional law, criminal law, tort, and contract; yet includes international
legal contexts, with a particular focus on human rights and European
law.
The presentation of legal concepts and terminology in
context in each chapter is graded so that the course progresses, building on the
vocabulary and law encountered in earlier chapters. Each chapter, organized
thematically, includes a series of activities - tasks - to complete, yet the
book does not presuppose previous knowledge of legal English or of the common
law: full answer keys and reflective commentary on both legal and linguistic
aspects are given and sections marked 'Advanced' offer especially challenging
materials. Consolidation sections are designed to test students' global
comprehension of the legal texts analysed, including precise usage of legal
vocabulary in context, with solutions.
Common Law Legal English and
Grammar is
addressed to the non-native speaker of English, and in particular, intermediate
to advanced students who are studying law, or academics with a professional
interest in Anglo-American law. Practising lawyers will also find that the book
offers valuable analysis of the language of legal documents.
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