An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Legal English and Legal Drafting
Perfecting Business Documents and Other Written Material
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INTRODUCTION
The Legal English Training Course by EuroMaTech equips participants with the essential skills to master legal language, improve written communication, and apply sound drafting techniques for business and legal documents.
This comprehensive Legal English and Legal Drafting Training Course provides participants with practical insights into modern legal English usage and its direct application to drafting, interpreting, and negotiating legal and commercial documents. It emphasizes clarity, accuracy, and professionalism in the use of English to articulate rights, responsibilities, and persuasive arguments across various business contexts.
Participants will learn to apply legal principles and logical reasoning in written communication, develop drafting techniques aligned with international best practices, and minimize potential disputes through effective wording. The course will also enhance problem-solving and analytical thinking skills required for effective legal and business writing.
This Legal English and Legal Drafting course will highlight:
- Understanding legal language as a precision tool
- The use of clear English to persuade
- Developing a professional literary style
- Reading, evaluating and drafting contracts critically
- Legal principle in modern drafting – how it affects you
- Using written documents in modern conflict avoidance and dispute management
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this Legal Drafting Training Course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the unique features and structure of legal English and why it differs from general usage
- Apply clear, concise, and accurate English in contracts and legal correspondence
- Improve the clarity and persuasiveness of written communication
- Draft business and legal documents that reflect sound legal reasoning
- Analyze and interpret complex legal texts with greater accuracy
- Strengthen argumentation and persuasive writing techniques
- Develop confidence in preparing reports, agreements, and contract clauses
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This Legal English Training Course is designed for professionals engaged in drafting, interpreting, or managing contracts and other legal documents. It will be particularly beneficial to:
- In-house Counsel, Legal Advisers, and Contract Managers
- Contract Administrators and Procurement Professionals
- Project, Construction, and Cost Control Personnel
- Buyers, Supply Chain, and Commercial Officers
- Quantity Surveyors and Claims Professionals
- Managers involved in dispute resolution or contract negotiations
- Professionals new to legal drafting seeking to enhance their written communication skills
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
The Legal English and Legal Drafting Training Course uses a dynamic and participative approach to learning. The course combines expert-led presentations, interactive group discussions, real-world case studies, and hands-on drafting exercises.
Participants will engage in peer review sessions, practical exercises, and scenario-based problem-solving activities designed to reinforce their learning and promote confidence in applying legal English in workplace contexts. Confidential discussions are encouraged to address specific challenges faced within delegates’ organizations.
TRAINING SUMMARY
This EuroMaTech Legal English and Legal Drafting Training Course empowers participants to write with greater accuracy, confidence, and authority in a legal or business setting. It strengthens their understanding of legal English as a precision tool for effective communication, enabling them to draft and interpret documents that reflect sound logic and clarity.
- By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Use legal English to enhance clarity and problem-solving in communication
- Draft documents that effectively convey contractual intent and minimize disputes
- Develop persuasive writing and analytical reasoning for complex legal contexts
- Gain confidence in handling legal correspondence, contracts, and business documentation
- Apply best practices in legal drafting across multiple industry environments
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: Understanding Legal English – Usage in Modern Business
- How and Why Lawyers Use English Differently
- Legal English and Literary Style
- Elementary Legal Terminology
- Clear English Writing and Its Application
- Sentence Structure and Emphasis
- Punctuation in Legal Documents
- Application of Language to Sources of Law, Legislation and Judge-Made Law
- Rules, Regulation and Policy
Day 2: General Approach to Legal Drafting
- Legal Drafting – How Detailed
- Definitions and Interpretation
- Preparation
- Approach
- Precedents
- The Use of AI
- The Value of Style
Day 3: Drafting Contracts
- The Nature of Legal Contracting in Documentary Form
- Bargaining, Rights and Responsibilities
- Formation and Impeachment
- Structure and Standard Form
- Classification of Terms
- Drafting to Allocate Risk
- Variation and Re-Negotiation
- Law, Public Policy and Contracting Standards
Day 4: Legal English in Correspondence – Persuasive Writing
- Purpose and Persuasive Writing
- Persuasion and Argument
- Using Facts to Persuade
- Choosing the Battleground
- Argumentative Headings
- Reasoning
- Using a Conclusion
- The Art of Precis
- Tasks Before Sending
Day 5: Legal English in Correspondence – Argumentative Writing
- From Discourse to Complaint to Claim
- Clarity of Reporting
- Escalation and De-Escalation
- Drafting Letters of Claim
- Letters of Reply
- Arguments in Reply
- The value of Candour
- Matters to Avoid
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
FAQ
EuroMaTech provides a range of ISO certification and compliance training courses, including:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems Training
- ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Training
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems Training
These courses help organizations adopt internationally recognized standards and improve their overall performance.
To register for a training course, you can:
- Visit the EuroMaTech website, browse the available courses, and follow the online registration process.
- Contact EuroMaTech’s support team for assistance with course selection or inquiries about corporate training solutions.
EuroMaTech stands out as a leader in training and professional development due to:
- 30+ years of experience delivering high-impact training courses across industries.
- Accreditations from leading institutions, ensuring top-tier course quality and recognition.
- A portfolio of thousands of training courses, serving professionals at every level.
- A focus on innovation and future-ready learning models, including blended and digital training.
- Long-term partnerships with organizations globally, ensuring sustained success through talent development.
EuroMaTech has successfully delivered thousands of training courses, with thousands of professionals from over 50 countries attending annually.
We are happy to share the profiles of our expert instructors. To learn more about their qualifications and experience, please contact us info@euromatech.com
We provide two flexible training formats to suit your preferences:
- Classroom Training: Experience in-person learning with expert instructors. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and benefit from face-to-face networking.
- Online Training: Join live online sessions from anywhere, offering flexibility for those with busy schedules or who prefer remote learning.
- In-House Training: We can bring our training directly to your organization, allowing for tailored sessions that address your specific needs and objectives.
Yes, we provide tailored training solutions designed to meet the specific needs of your organization. Customized courses can be delivered either in-person or online, and you can select the dates and duration that best fit your schedule. For more details, please contact us at inhouse@euromatech.com
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- Corporate Discount: If available, we can extend our corporate discount for your stay at selected hotels.
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