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E153: Regular verbs for lawyers part 2
About this episode
In this episode we’re diving into 10 (more!) regular verbs that you need to know when studying Legal English. These verbs are essential for understanding contracts, court proceedings, and legal documents. If you missed part 1, check it out here.Â
Stick around to the end, because at the end of this video, there’s a quiz to test your knowledge!
Verbs in this episode:Â
| Verb | Definition | Example Sentence |
| Challenge | To question the legality or validity of something. | The claimant challenged the validity of the contract. |
| Enforce | To compel compliance with a law or agreement. | The contract was enforced by a court order. |
| Execute | To complete the formalities for a document to become legally valid. | The parties executed the agreement in the presence of witnesses. |
| Interpret | To explain or determine the meaning of something. | This contract clause could be interpreted in different ways due to its ambiguos wording. |
| Negotiate | To discuss terms to reach an agreement. | The lawyer negotiated a favorable settlement for their client. |
| Resolve | To find a solution to a dispute or problem. | The parties resolved the dispute using mediation. |
| Advise | To offer recommendations or guidance. | The lawyer advised the client on their legal options. |
| Protect | To safeguard from harm or loss. | This agreement protects the intellectual property of both parties. |
| Construe | To find the meaning of a sentence or passage, such as a law or wording in a contract clause, especially by the courts. . |
When construing a contract clause, the court will take into account the parties’ intentions by analysing the recitals in the contract. |
| Review | To consider or check something carefully to see if it could be improved. | The lawyer reviewed the contract before making amendments. |
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