What
is PLEAD?
The
PLEAD (Program for Legal English Academic Development) blended course
combines rigorous live tuition with a 1-year access to materials,
developed by TransLegal in cooperation with the Boston University
School of Law, the Boston University Center for English Language and
Orientation Programs, and Cambridge University Press.
Why the PLEAD package?
• The
PLEAD package follows the rationale of the International
Legal English
course book. It supplements your preparation for the ILEC exam. The focus is on lexis,
structure, and terminology in legal context.
• The online materials are designed for individual
self-study and performance assessment.
• The ILEC course book is included.
• Discounts are available to Law students.
Live
tuition
The
live tuition is tailor-made to the specific linguistic needs and
requirements of law firms. It aims to supplement and enhance
core communicative and interactive skills. In-house training and
coaching is provided on request.
Induction
session
The Induction session reviews the content of the Legal English course and introduces the
practical skills every lawyer needs.
• Presentation
skills. Conventions. Techniques. Rhetorical skills and devices.
Theatricality.
• Negotiations.
The Occidental and the Oriental. Bargaining styles and techniques. A
case study.
• Legal correspondence. Drafting.
Style and register. Clarity and concision. Standards of professionalism.
See
also
Legal
English course >>
Financial
Law course >> |
