The Cambridge Legal English Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this video, Catherine Mason (Founder of TOLES and Cambridge Law Studio) explains the basics of trusts to Rachel Renshaw in clear, simple Legal English, focussing on the tricky legal English vocabulary you need to understand the concept! Learn key terms like settlor, trustee, beneficiary, legal ownership, and fiduciary duty, all explained step by step with real-world examples to...

Send us Fan Mail Join Catherine and Rachel as they play a legal English quiz based on all levels of the TOLES (Test of Legal English Skills) and some silly trivia questions! This quiz explores all levels of the TOLES Exams, Foundation, Higher and Advanced, so test yourself and let us know how you did in the comments below! Want more of these videos? Let us know! Connect with us on social media: In...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we look at the viral Labubu dolls, and try to understand why they are so popular, why they are causing issues in China, and how counterfeit goods are becoming more popular. This episode is also packed full of useful legal English vocabulary!  This conversation explores the intersection of legal vocabulary, commercial awareness, and the challenges posed by counterfe...

Send us Fan Mail Catherine talks about a very important topic in this episode of the TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast. This episode is all about the law of Tort, and dives into the vocabulary of tort! The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words down and applying them to real cases. In this podcast, we look at the heads of...

Send us Fan Mail Let's talk about the common issues that students have when they learn about the UK's legal system!  The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words down and applying them to real cases. In this podcast, we play judge, understand the differences between common law and UK law, and ask questions as to why a...

Send us Fan Mail The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words down and applying them to real cases. In this special edition of the podcast we look at the book 'Murderland' by Caroline Fraser, which explores the responsibility of corporations, infamous murderers like Ted Bundy and the role of elevated levels of Lead in...

Send us Fan Mail The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words down and applying them to real cases. £25 Million Lawsuit: Sarah DeLagarde's Tragic London Underground Accident and the Legal Battle for Justice In this episode, Catherine and Rachel look at a case that has hit the headlines, involving a British woman and the Lon...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Catherine and Rachel delve into the complexities of music copyright, exploring notable cases involving artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, The Verve, and Dua Lipa. They discuss the nuances of copyright law, the implications of various court rulings, and the ongoing challenges artists face in protecting their work. The discussion highlights the balance betw...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Catherine and Rachel delve into a crime that divided the UK, focusing on the public's reaction to the criminal damage of the Sycamore Gap Tree, a significant cultural landmark. The discussion highlights the emotional impact of the crime, the legal perspectives on punishment, and the broader cultural implications. The Sycamore Gap Tree, known for its appearanc...

Send us Fan Mail Catherine talks about a story close to her heart for this episode of the TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast. When her friend Ann is served after finding money missing from her beauty parlour, she doesn't expect that she might be at the wrong end of the law.  The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words d...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you combine ginger beer, unwanted surprises and law? Donoghue V Stevenson, that's what! The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words down and applying them to real cases. In this podcast, we take a look at a real civil case, Donoghue V Stevenson, in which the UK legal system had to impleme...

Send us Fan Mail This week, on the TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast, we look at key, legal English vocabulary. We talk about why the TOLES exam isn't just a one-size-fits-all exam, and we look at the odd one out in legal English! The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words down and applying them to real cases. In this...

Send us Fan Mail This week, on the TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast, we look at a British case, that features a neighbour dispute, bankruptcy and turmoil over a fence. The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words down and applying them to real cases. In this podcast, we discuss a newsworthy British case, currently in the me...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a new system is implemented in the postal system? Chaos! When Horizon becomes integrated into the UK postal system, people start noticing a significant shortfall. The TOLES Real-Life Legal English Podcast strives to make legal English more understandable, by breaking the words down and applying them to real cases. In this podcast, we take a look at a real civil c...