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Just tell it how it is

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Series: Estates Gazette ; (0726) 30 June 2007, 158-159(2)Publication details: 2007Subject(s): Summary: Argues that language used in the drafting of leases is unnecessarily archaic and impenetrable. Despite many aspects of leases being updated to take account of new circumstances, the language has been overlooked. Some lawyers may be resistant to change as it gives them a niche market. Others are simply resistant to change. However, plain English can enhance business performance. Change can be achieved, but only with enthusiasm and commitment, and a willingness to break from the status quo.

Argues that language used in the drafting of leases is unnecessarily archaic and impenetrable. Despite many aspects of leases being updated to take account of new circumstances, the language has been overlooked. Some lawyers may be resistant to change as it gives them a niche market. Others are simply resistant to change. However, plain English can enhance business performance. Change can be achieved, but only with enthusiasm and commitment, and a willingness to break from the status quo.