Civil law: contracts and obligations
3 weeks
Includes key vocabulary, common structures, types of clauses, ways to negotiate, and real expressions that are used in daily practice.
Format: Live online (videoconference) and downloadable materials
Duration: 3 live sessions (90 minutes each) — 1 session per week over 3 weeks
Limited places: Small group
Overview
A legal Spanish course focused on Civil Law: contracts and obligations. You will learn to understand and use the real language of contracts: core vocabulary, typical structures, common clause types, and how to communicate professionally when negotiating in practice.
What you will learn
- How to identify contractual structure: parties, object, term, payment, obligations.
- How to understand and use typical verbs and structures: “deberá”, “se compromete a”, “en caso de…”, “siempre que…”.
- How to handle key clauses: payment, term, amendments, liability, termination, force majeure, confidentiality.
- How to negotiate using an appropriate professional register: proposing, objecting, conditioning, conceding, and closing agreements.
Syllabus
Week 1: Contract structure, obligations, deadlines, and payment terms
Week 2: Key clauses and risk language (liability, termination, force majeure)
Week 3: Negotiation and closing (red lines, agreements, next steps, and follow-up)
Methodology
Action-oriented approach: we will work with contracts and meeting models, with activities to consolidate learning and to assess progress.
Who is this course for
Aimed at law students and legal professionals who work with civil contracts in Spanish and want to strengthen and update their expertise, from the fundamentals to practical application. Especially useful for those looking to reinforce key criteria and gain confidence when analysing cases and contractual documents.
Requirements
- A minimum general Spanish level of upper-intermediate (B1+) is recommended.
- A device with a camera and microphone, and a stable internet connection.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is a certificate issued at the end of the course? Yes. A certificate of attendance is issued.
- Will I receive additional materials? Yes. You will receive downloadable materials to prepare for the class and to continue revising at your own pace afterwards.
- What level of Spanish do I need? We aim to accommodate different levels, but a minimum of upper-intermediate (Advanced B1) or B2 is recommended.
- What happens if I cannot attend the live session? If you are unable to attend, please let me know in advance and we will look for the best alternative, subject to availability.
- How many people are there per group? Groups are small to ensure participation, practice, and personalised feedback. Places are limited.
- Which platform is used, and what do I need technically? The class is delivered by video conference (Google Meet). You will receive the link the day before. You will need a device with a stable internet connection, a camera and microphone, and preferably headphones.
- How do I make the payment? Payment is made through the website via PayPal or bank card.
- Is an invoice issued? Yes. If you require an invoice, you can request one directly at checkout by selecting the “I need an invoice” option and entering your billing details (name/company name, tax ID number, and address). We will email the invoice to you after payment.
Reviews
I already knew some legal vocabulary, but I found it hard to be precise when speaking Spanish in meetings, and sometimes I sounded unnatural or insecure. With this course, I’ve learned to express myself more clearly and to speak up with more confidence, using phrases that I know are correct in a professional context, instead of translating directly from my language. I recommend it to lawyers and other legal professionals.
Emily J. (UK)
I needed to become more fluent in Spanish in real work situations: phone calls, meetings with clients, and everyday conversations. The course is very practical and doesn’t waste time on theory. We worked on real examples and useful phrases you can use right away. I feel I’ve improved a lot when speaking Spanish at work.
Julien M. (France)
€ 240
Next edition: spring 2026
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