Lexicon of Law Terms

The third edition of the Lexicon of Law Terms is designed as a practical resource for law students, legal professionals, and related fields. Lawyers, legal secretaries, paralegals, and legal executives, along with ESP teachers, interpreters, translators, and professionals requiring English in legal contexts, will find this edition invaluable for both current and future work.The book is organized alphabetically within thematic chapters, covering key areas of law including civil law, commercial partnerships, companies, capital markets, accounting, bankruptcy, reorganization law, customs, fiscal law, and labor law. This edition has been expanded to incorporate two additional chapters dedicated to civil procedure and family law. The structure provides a comprehensive overview of necessary legal vocabulary, enhancing the user’s legal language skills. With a focus on clarity and accessibility, the Lexicon not only serves as a guide for understanding legal terminology but also acts as a bridge for those seeking to deepen their knowledge of legal texts and contexts. It is an essential tool for anyone involved in legal occupations or studies, aiming to enrich their command of legal English.