Kanzleienglisch

The foreign language requirements for specialized staff are increasingly high due to ongoing internationalization. For almost 10 years, the ReNoPat training regulations have included English requirements for the curriculum, examinations, and training. The new work by Patrick Mustu comprehensively and clearly covers the topics relevant to legal assistants, notary assistants, and patent attorney assistants in a profession-oriented manner. It begins with the basics of oral and written communication. Following that, it addresses topics particularly interesting for legal assistants, such as client acquisition and support, correspondence related to out-of-court and court activities, fees, and enforcement. Next, it covers topics oriented towards notary assistants, including certifications, attestations, confirmations, minutes, real estate purchases, company formation, marriage, and inheritance. Finally, it discusses the acquisition and enforcement of intellectual property rights, which are relevant for patent attorney assistants. An appendix with a glossary, vocabulary lists and dictionaries, translation tools, grammar aids, and self-study options rounds out the work. The author, Patrick Mustu, a lawyer, language trainer, and translator, has been active in adult education for over 20 years. He specializes in English training for professionals in legal and tax consulting and their staff.