Legal Writing and Drafting Skills Why Attend There is a misconception that legal writing and legal drafting is the same but there is a substantial difference between the two. While legal writing typically deals with persuasive documents such as court briefs and legal letters, legal drafting involves creating documents such as contracts. They are both equally important in legal practice. Legal writing is an important skill needed in every practice area of law. Words are used to advocate, inform, persuade and instruct. Are you giving the right impression? Are your clients receiving the right message? This course focuses on clear legal writing for a global audience. Effective communication with English speaking lawyers is about more than simply words. It entails understanding the unique way these speakers think and approach the legal, political, and business world. Did you know that most international commercial agreements are drafted in English, irrespective of the nationality of the contracting parties. Drafting contract skills is ideal for lawyers working in English as a foreign language who need to draft, explain or interpret contract clauses written in English. During the course, delegates will look at a wide variety of commercial agreements through to practical drafting sessions. This course will help participants to draft confidently and effectively in English regardless of the governing law. This is a practical course with many exercises and examples in order to achieve an interactive and stimulating outcome. The course's activities involve the production of typical work-place legal documents. Course Methodology The course consists of group discussions as well as individual and team tasks. There will be writing practice throughout the exercises. Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Apply plain English style of writing to all legal documents Recognize the need for legal clarity in different types of legal documents: legal letters, emails, memorandum and opinions Apply good legal writing practice Demonstrate the register of legal writing Correct common mistakes in legal writing Dispense and deal with pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon Proofread effectively Target Audience This course is for lawyers, legal secretaries, commercial managers, contract managers and anyone who must draft, amend or update contracts, legal letters and legal opinion. The course is suitable for non-native English speakers looking for a better understanding of English legal terms. Target Competencies Drafting letters Proofreading Writing in plain English Understanding legal terms Legal writing practice Note The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has introduced a Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) programme to legal consultants authorised to practice through a licensed firm in the Emirate of Dubai. We are proud to announce that the Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has accredited EMG Associates as a CLPD provider. In addition, all our legal programmes have been approved. Legal Drafting Signs of a well drafted contract: The simple rules! The language of drafting: Will v Shall v Must Identifying the legal formalities for a binding contract Structure and formation of a commercial contract: follow the formula and you won't go wrong The importance of Boilerplate clauses: No waiver Notices Assignment v Novation Governing v Jurisdiction Force majeure - are we covered for viruses (covid19)? Dispute resolution clause: Litigation v Arbitration v Mediation The preliminary documents in international transaction - using Heads of Terms effectively Vague words and expressions in commercial contracts- know the pitfalls! Best endeavors v All reasonable endeavors v reasonable endeavors Overview of cross border contracts: Distribution v Joint venture v Agency agreements Share Purchase Agreements Warranties and indemnities Allocating risks and liabilities between the buyer and seller Negotiating warranties from a Share Purchase Agreement Plain English in Legal Correspondence Good legal writing practice Moving from legalese to Plain English Unnecessary archaic and meaningless phrases Collocations Importance of collocations in legal writing Pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon in legal writing Writing short emails Writing long emails Writing formal emails Writing A Legal Letter Layout of a letter Body of a letter Putting a letter together The register of letter writing Typical sentences in legal letters The letter writing clinic: looking at the ten most common problems Rewriting letters Rewriting informal sentences to modern alternatives Correcting common mistakes in letter writing Legal Writing Troubleshooting The problem of English idioms Rephrasing English idioms Easily confused words Cutting unnecessary words Use of consistent terminology Ambiguity: how to avoid it Vagueness: how to avoid it Misuse of preposition in dates Problem words Constantly litigated words Rewriting sentences to remove gender specific language
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Do you know what success means or know how to handle professional issues about working successfully? Learn about successful ways to become a successful professional. Description: The concept of success differs from each person but becoming successful has a common thing in all of us. This is to become successful with our dreams. In this success, you will know the soft skills that are important to success in your workplace. You will be learning the 10 key soft skills set that in this course. Know to use these skills to become more relatable. You will also learn to apply the soft skills you will acquire from this course to succeed. Who is the course for? Professionals who want to know how to become successful. People who have an interest in learning about professional skills for success. Entry Requirement: This course is available to all learners, of all academic backgrounds. Learners should be aged 16 or over to undertake the qualification. Good understanding of English language, numeracy and ICT are required to attend this course. Assessment: At the end of the course, you will be required to sit an online multiple-choice test. Your test will be assessed automatically and immediately so that you will instantly know whether you have been successful. Before sitting for your final exam you will have the opportunity to test your proficiency with a mock exam. Certification: After you have successfully passed the test, you will be able to obtain an Accredited Certificate of Achievement. You can however also obtain a Course Completion Certificate following the course completion without sitting for the test. Certificates can be obtained either in hard copy at a cost of £39 or in PDF format at a cost of £24. PDF certificate's turnaround time is 24 hours and for the hardcopy certificate, it is 3-9 working days. Why choose us? Affordable, engaging & high-quality e-learning study materials; Tutorial videos/materials from the industry leading experts; Study in a user-friendly, advanced online learning platform; Efficient exam systems for the assessment and instant result; The UK & internationally recognised accredited qualification; Access to course content on mobile, tablet or desktop from anywhere anytime; The benefit of career advancement opportunities; 24/7 student support via email. Career Path: The Professional Skills for Success course is a useful qualification to possess, and would be beneficial for the following careers: Businessmen Content Creator Manager Marketing Specialist Strategist. Module One - Getting Started 01:00:00 Module Two - What are Soft Skills 00:30:00 Module Three - Communication 01:00:00 Module Four - Teamwork 00:30:00 Module Five - Problem Solving 01:00:00 Module Six - Time Management 01:00:00 Module Seven - Attitude and Work Ethic 01:00:00 Module Eight - Adaptability/Flexibility 01:00:00 Module Nine - Self-Confidence (Owning It) 02:00:00 Module Ten - Ability to Learn from 02:00:00 Module Eleven - Networking 01:00:00 Module Twelve - Wrapping Up 01:00:00 Activities Professional Skills for Success- Activities 00:00:00 Mock Exam Mock Exam- Professional Skills for Success 00:20:00 Final Exam Final Exam- Professional Skills for Success 00:20:00 Certificate and Transcript Order Your Certificates and Transcripts 00:00:00
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Benefits you'll get choosing Apex Learning for this course: One payment, but lifetime access to 11 CPD courses Certificates, student ID for the title course included in a one-time fee Full tutor support available from Monday to Friday Free up your time - don't waste time and money travelling for classes Accessible, informative modules taught by expert instructors Learn at your ease - anytime, from anywhere Study the course from your computer, tablet or mobile device CPD accredited course - improve the chance of gaining professional skills Gain valuable knowledge without leaving your home What other courses are included with this course? Level 2 Microsoft Office Essentials Microsoft Teams Leadership & Management Diploma Working from Home Essentials Mental Health and Working from Home Online Meeting Management Effective Communication Skills Time Management Report Writing Emotional Intelligence and Human Behaviour Curriculum ***Office Skills & Management Level 3*** Module 01: Personal Assistant Module 02: Admin Support Module 03: Administrative Management Module 04: Organisational Skills Module 05: Telephone Etiquette Module 06: Business Writing Module 07: Time Management Module 08: Body Language and Effective Communication Module 09: Meeting Management Module 10: Excel Basics Navigate the Excel User Interface Use Excel Commands Create and Save a Basic Workbook Enter Cell Data Use Excel Help Create Worksheet Formulas Insert Functions Reuse Formulas and Functions Insert, Delete, and Adjust Cells, Columns, and Rows Search for and Replace Data Use Proofing and Research Tools Apply Text Formats Apply Number Format Align Cell Contents Apply Styles and Themes Apply Basic Conditional Formatting Create and Use Templates Preview and Print a Workbook Set Up the Page Layout Configure Headers and Footers Manage Worksheets Manage Workbook and Worksheet Views Manage Workbook Properties Module 11: PowerPoint Basic Customize the User Interface Set PowerPoint 2016 Options Modify Slide Masters and Slide Layouts Add Headers and Footers Modify the Notes Master and the Handout Master Create SmartArt Modify SmartArt Write Math Equations Add Audio to a Presentation Add Video to a Presentation Customize Animations and Transitions Review a Presentation Store and Share Presentations on the Web Annotate a Presentation Set Up a Slide Show Create a Custom Slide Show Add Hyperlinks and Action Buttons Record a Presentation Secure a Presentation Broadcast a Slide Show Create a Video or a CD How will I get my Certificate? After successfully completing the course you will be able to order your CPD Accredited Certificates (PDF + Hard Copy) as proof of your achievement. PDF Certificate: Free (Previously it was £10 * 11 = £110) Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course) If you want to get hardcopy certificates for other courses, generally you have to pay £20 for each. But this Fall, Apex Learning is offering a Flat 50% discount on hard copy certificates, and you can get each for just £10! P.S. The delivery charge inside the U.K. is £3.99 and the international students have to pay £9.99. CPD 15 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Office Skills & Management Level 3. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Office Skills & Management Level 3 is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible on tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on wifi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Career path Having this CPD certificate will increase the value in your CV and open you up to multiple sectors such as Business & Management, Admin, Accountancy & Finance, Secretarial & PA, Teaching & Mentoring etc. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included