Legal English LHR11-11_NUBB_(M-F) Mid-Term

What does 'act for' mean in legal terms?

• To represent or take action on behalf of another person or entity.

• To act as a witness in legal proceedings.

• To negotiate contracts without any authority.

• To provide legal advice to clients directly.

Choose the correct meaning of 'advocacy':

• a) support for a cause

• b) a form of protest

• c) a method of negotiation

• d) a type of argument

What is an 'allegation'?

• A claim or assertion made without proof.

• A rumor spread without basis.

Fill in the blank: A lawyer who represents clients in court is called a __________.

• litigator

• consultant

• defender

• advocate

During a high-profile trial, the courtroom is filled with spectators and media. The judge calls the court to order, and a bailiff steps forward to ensure everything runs smoothly. What is the role of this 'bailiff'?

• A bailiff maintains order in the courtroom and executes court orders.

• A bailiff is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases.

• A bailiff represents the interests of the defendant in court.

• A bailiff provides legal advice to the judge during trials.

What is a 'barrister'?

• A barrister is a legal assistant who prepares documents.

• A barrister is a lawyer who represents clients in court.

To be based somewhere means to __________.

• have a primary location

• work from multiple locations

• travel frequently for work

• have a temporary address

What does 'breach' refer to in law?

• A violation of a law, duty, or contractual obligation.

• A legal agreement between two parties.

• A method of resolving disputes in court.

• A formal request to change a law.

What does 'capital in business' mean?

• Capital in business is the number of employees in a firm.

• Capital in business refers to the physical location of a company.

• Capital in business means the financial resources or assets used to fund operations and growth.

• Capital in business means the total sales revenue generated.

Who is a 'claimant'?

• A claimant is an individual who evaluates insurance policies.

• A claimant is someone who asserts a right or makes a demand for something, typically in legal or insurance matters.