Clara Client Has Just Been Presented with a Standard Representation

question 4

Multiple Choice

Clara Client has just been presented with a standard representation agreement by the law firm of Yatz & Berger. Clara's first language is German. Although she speaks and reads everyday English quite well, the legal terms in the contract confuse her. Yatz & Berger should

• A) have someone in the firm, if possible, or a translator from outside of the firm, explain the terms of the contract thoroughly until Clara has a full and complete understanding of its terms.
• B) advise Clara to take the contract home and study it before signing it.
• C) have a paralegal explain the most important clauses in the contract to Clara in smaller, plain English words.
• D) advise Clara to sign the contract and take her copy home for study.

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