The Loan Agreement Poem
The banking lawyer said I was naive
Because I continued to believe
That in just two pages, a loan agreement could enumerate
All necessary provisions: repayment of principal and the interest rate.
The German Dismissal Protection Act Poem
It can be said without any hesitation
Employees in Germany enjoy great protection
From dismissal and woe betide an employer which forgets
To comply with the Kündigungschutzgesetz.
What is Poetry Corner?
I have always loved writing poetry and use poems as a creative tool for teaching legal vocabulary in different practise areas. In Poetry Corner I will be sharing a selection of these.
Top Ten Contract Clauses
Not Hip-hop, rap or R & B
Can compare with contract terminology
Ed Sheeran and Adele can get applause
But much less than my top ten contract clauses
Finance Lawyers’ Dating Site
Do you wish to meet the love of your life
A soul mate, husband or wife?
You will never find that special person unless
You issue the required prospectus.
If you comply with this rule it will turn out alright
According to the Finance Lawyers’ Dating Site.
Legal Vocabulary Valentine Poem
Today I give you the LVVP
Which is a defined term as you can clearly see.
Our love has no superfluous words or ambiguity.
You are an asset that will exceed all liabilities
On the balance sheet of life for you and me.
The Insurance Poem
In 1969 entered into force a law
That must be obeyed for sure
Providing for employers' liability
It is not optional, but is compulsory
Contract Drafting Poem
You do not need to be a wizard to draft a contract well
Harry Potter cannot prepare an indemnity clause with the Patronus spell.
During the contract drafting course you heard
That one should strive to avoid superfluous words.
The Sausage Gap Poem
Competition law is an acquired taste
Like Van den Bergh Foods or the ice cream case
Or bananas in the judgment of United Brands
On the notion of cross elasticity of demand.