Plain English for lawyers /
Richard C. Wydick.
- 5th ed.
- Durham, N.C. : Carolina Academic Press, c2005.
- xii, 139 p. ; 22 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Why plain English? -- Omit surplus words -- Use base verbs, not nominalizations -- Prefer the active voice -- Use short sentences -- Arrange your words with care -- Choose your words with care -- Avoid language quirks -- Punctuate carefully.