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- 8 Part Litigation Series
- Artificial Intelligence Key Words
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- Phrasal Verbs
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- Strategies to Master Legal English
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Whether you’re a law student, practicing attorney, or legal professional working in an international setting, strong Legal English skills are vital for drafting clear documents, understanding complex procedures, and communicating with confidence.
This ongoing series breaks down key vocabulary across different stages of litigation and legal practice, with real-world examples, practical clauses, and legal context designed for non-native English speakers. Boost your fluency, precision, and legal insight — one term at a time.
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Pre-Litigation Stage-Essential Litigation Vocabulary-Part 1
Introduction Litigation doesn’t begin in the courtroom—it often starts long before a complaint is filed. The pre-litigation stage is a critical phase in which lawyers communicate through letters, notices, and negotiations to resolve disputes or lay the groundwork for formal legal action. For lawyers and law students working in international or cross-border matters, mastering the […] continue reading
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10 Legal English Terms Every International Lawyer Should Know
Whether you’re drafting a contract, negotiating a deal, or advising clients across borders, here are 10 essential Legal English terms you should know—and know how to use correctly. 1. Indemnify To compensate for harm or loss. Often used in contract clauses related to liability. Example: “The supplier shall indemnify the buyer against all claims arising […] continue reading
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17 Key Vocabulary Words for Mergers and Acquisitions
In this post, we’ll break down 17 key vocabulary words for mergers and acquisitions (M&A). These words will help you discuss important concepts surrounding M&A. 1. Merger A merger occurs when two companies agree to combine their operations and form a new, unified business entity. Mergers are often seen as collaborative and mutually beneficial, as […] continue reading
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12 Useful Trademark Vocabulary Words:
Understanding 12 Key Trademarks Terms. Trademarks play a crucial role in protecting brands and maintaining the identity of businesses in a competitive marketplace. Understanding the key terms and vocabulary associated with trademarks is essential for anyone involved in branding, business, or law. This post will break down the most important trademark concepts in plain language, […] continue reading
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Legal English Phrasal Verbs:
20 Essential Expressions for Lawyers. Phrasal verbs are a key part of English communication, and lawyers often rely on them in both formal and informal legal contexts. Whether you’re in a courtroom, negotiating a deal, or working through case procedures, understanding these phrases can enhance your clarity and effectiveness. Below are 20 legal English phrasal […] continue reading
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Venture Capital Start Up Glossary: 22 Key Terms Every Startup Should Know
Navigating the world of venture capital (VC) can feel like learning a new language. Whether you are a startup founder seeking funding or simply curious about the VC space, understanding the key terms is essential to making informed decisions. Below is a glossary of 22 fundamental venture capital terms that startups should know when discussing […] continue reading
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Artificial Intelligence Glossary (Part 3): 7 key vocabulary words and phrases to understand the new language around AI.
(Confabulation) – (AI Red-Teaming) – (Provenance Data Tracking) – (Cascading Impacts) – (Custom Co-Pilots) – (Content Window) – (Homogenization). (Confabulation) Confabulation refers to the phenomenon where a machine generates false information to fill in gaps in its memory or understanding, often without intention or awareness. (AI Red-Teaming) AI red-teaming involves using artificial intelligence techniques to […] continue reading
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Artificial Intelligence Glossary (Part 2): 9 key vocabulary words and phrases to understand the new language of AI.
(Dan “Do Anything Now”) – (Jailbreak) – (Safety Guardrail) – (AI-Boyfriend) – (Prompt Engineering) – (AI Whispering) – (Persona Prompt) – (New-Information Prompt) – (Question-Refinement Prompt). (Dan “Do Anything Now”) Dan is shorthand for “Do Anything Now,” representing an attempt to jailbreak the AI by coaxing it to bypass its own protocols through subtle conversational […] continue reading
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Artificial Intelligence Key Words (Part 1): 13 key vocabulary words and phrases to understand the new language of AI.
(Throttle the Creation) – (Regurgitate Training Data) – (Open Source AI) – (Biden’s Executive Order) – (Every Position is being redesigned leveraging AI) – (Sexting with AI) – (Fine Tuning) – (Anti-Woke AI) – (Artificial Intelligence Act) – (Guardrails and Pitfalls) – (Counterbalance) – (Biased AI) – (Going Off the Rails). Artificial Intelligence Key Vocabulary: […] continue reading
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US Supreme Court Limits Foreign Application of US Trademark Law
The Supreme Court, applying the presumption against extraterritoriality, clarified that the Lanham Act provisions in question do not have extraterritorial reach. continue reading
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