Legal English An Introduction to the Legal Language and Culture of the United States

Legal English effectively communicates to students the nuances of legal language in the United States. Professors Brostoff and Sinsheimer of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law unravel the legal system and study of law by using legal English in actual problems, reinforced by exercises-demonstrating concepts in action.This book acquaints readers with the two important skills: legal research and writing. The format uses a problem-based model, and each problem deals with a different legal subject area. By discussing problem solving techniques in a wide variety of topics, this workbook successfully increases student levels in reading and understanding legal documents. This new edition features revised and updated exercises, new internet research skills exercises, new writing and language exercises and an expanded appellate advocacy section.Brostoff, Teresa Kissane is the author of 'Legal English An Introduction to the Legal Language and Culture of the United States', published 2003 under ISBN 9780379215083 and ISBN 037921508X.