​​One of the major topics in lawyers world (and apparently no | Global Young Lawyers Network (GYLN)

​​One of the major topics in lawyers world (and apparently non-lawyers ) relates to the question of "To use plain English or to stick to abundant usage of legalese when drafting a legal document?" - I believe each of us face this topic at some point and we cannot ignore that there are supporters of both views.

Is there some practical reason for this? Are words like “heretofore,” “indemnification,” “warrant,” and “force majeure”; and phrases like “notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein,” “subject to the foregoing,” and “including but in no way limited to” necessary for an agreement to be enforceable? Is there some counterintuitive value in useless boilerplate language? Does a contract or legal document really need 15-word strings of synonyms; all-cap, italicized, bolded sentences that span multiple pages; awkward sentences containing numerous semicolons; and outdated grammar to be worthy of signature? In our opinion, the answer is a resounding NO.

We would like to share a short but sweet article posted on Harvard Business Review with practical tips and solutions to avoid unnecessary legalese. Please see the link to article here LINK

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