Kenneth A. Adams
2013, Paperback, 511 pages, 7x10
Effectively express contract terms in prose that is free of the archaisms, redundancies, ambiguities, and other problems that afflict traditional contract language. This much expanded third edition, a uniquely in-depth survey of the building blocks of contract language, contains new material and has otherwise been revised and supplemented, making it even more essential. It is organized to facilitate easy reference and illustrates its analysis with numerous examples. Consult it to save time in drafting and negotiation and to reduce the risk of dispute. Published by the Business Law Section.
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Grammar and Writing
NEW! A Manual of Style for Contract Drafting, Third Edition
Word Origins for Lawyers Rick Autry
2012, Paperback, 248 pages, 6x9
This unique book features a profuse collection of words and phrases commonly used in legal work. The etymologies first focus on the meaning of the entry in the legal context, then provide the “roots” of the word, focusing on ideas that a lawyer would find particularly helpful or enlightening. There has always been is a strong appeal to form arguments based on origins. It is common for lawyers in many situations to use a word’s origin as a starting point, or even the coup-de-grace, in an argument. For the first time, this book brings a lawyer’s perspective to etymology that is lacking in other available sources. Published by ABA Book Publishing.
Product Code 1620485 $59.95 General Public Sale $47.96 $44.95 ABA Members Sale $35.96 eBook Product Code* 1620485EBK
Lenné Eidson Espenschied 2011, Paperback, 320 pages, 6x9
Using common examples from everyday legal documents, this handbook explains precisely which rules need to be followed, how to choose the correct words, and the most effective way to structure every sentence. It is the thorough resource you need that will help you compose more persuasive, stronger material that’s flawlessly written—which can be the difference you need to win you the case or the client. Published by ABA Book Publishing.
Product Code 1620466 $74.95 General Public Sale $59.96 $59.95 ABA Members Sale $47.96
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ABA Fundamentals: The Grammar and Writing Handbook for Lawyers
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