Developing clear, concise, and effective writing is an essential skill for maintaining a professional reputation. As the legal profession moves away from complex drafting styles, it is important to keep your writing style up-to-date and convey a strong command of the legal issue in question. When it comes to drafting a legal document, what is plain language drafting and why should it be used? This session will cover:

• General tips for incorporating plain language in drafting
• Easy aids to comprehension
• Writing techniques
• Grammar and vocabulary
• Punctuation and spelling
• Common language errors lawyers make

On-demand | 1 CPD point | 2020/2021 CPD year | Film date: 22 September 2020 | Video available: 30 September 2020