Unravelling legal jargon with a guide to plain language

Do you need help translating legal text into plain English? The below PDF is designed to demystify legal language and provide plain English alternatives for commonly used terms. Whether you’re deciphering legal documents or preparing for court proceedings, this resource offers a straightforward list of plain language equivalents for legal jargon. Organised alphabetically, you can easily find and replace complex legal terms with simpler, more understandable alternatives.

Download and print this booklet and put it next to your computer for easy reference, or use the ‘find’ option if you’d prefer to use the booklet onscreen.