English Output Review
Paste a paragraph of English legal text and pick a task mode. The detector flags wording that the ExpertDesk English Output Rules library suggests reviewing. Every finding is a suggestion, not a verdict — anything you ship to a counterparty must still be reviewed by a licensed reviewer.
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Reviewer checklist (42 rules · no auto-detector)
These rules apply to revise mode but don't have a machine detector. Walk through them manually as you read.
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- LE-RULE-001clarityRemove words that do not change legal meaning or reader understanding.Human review trigger: If removing words may narrow or expand an obligation.
- LE-RULE-002clarityPut the actor, action and object close together.Human review trigger: If actor identity is disputed or intentionally open.
- LE-RULE-003structurePrefer short sentences for obligations, conditions and deadlines.Human review trigger: If splitting changes condition scope.
- LE-RULE-004clarityPrefer active voice when the responsible party must be clear.Human review trigger: If passive voice preserves necessary ambiguity.
- LE-RULE-006clarityReplace nominalizations with verbs where this makes the duty or event clearer.Human review trigger: If the noun form is a defined term.
- LE-RULE-008structureUse parallel structure for parallel obligations, rights and exceptions.Human review trigger: If parallel wording hides different legal standards.
- LE-RULE-009clarityPut conditions and exceptions where their scope is unmistakable.Human review trigger: If moving text changes which obligation the condition qualifies.
- LE-RULE-010clarityTurn dense sentence strings into numbered lists when there are multiple requirements.Human review trigger: If list hierarchy affects cumulative or alternative requirements.
- LE-RULE-011clarityKeep modifiers close to the words they modify.Human review trigger: If modifier scope is legally material.
- LE-RULE-012clarityAvoid noun chains; unpack them into clear relationships.Human review trigger: If a noun chain is a recognized term of art.
- LE-RULE-014clarityReplace multiple negatives with a direct affirmative or single negative.Human review trigger: If the negative structure tracks a legal test.
- LE-RULE-015structureUse informative headings that tell the reader the function of the section.Human review trigger: If heading conflicts with operative text.
- LE-RULE-017clarityUse defined terms consistently and avoid near-synonyms for the same concept.Human review trigger: If inconsistent wording may imply a different legal concept.
- LE-RULE-020structurePut long definitions, schedules and technical material where they do not interrupt operative clauses.Human review trigger: If moving material affects incorporation.
- LE-RULE-022clarityAvoid all caps except where required by law, form or local market practice.Human review trigger: If notice formatting has legal significance.
- LE-RULE-023clarityPrefer numerals for amounts and deadlines when this reduces reading risk.Human review trigger: If words-and-numerals are required by house style or law.
- LE-RULE-024clarityRemove throat-clearing phrases at the start of legal advice.Human review trigger: If removing context affects caution or scope.
- LE-RULE-025toneMake client-facing advice direct, respectful and non-alarmist.Human review trigger: If risk statement may be softened too much.
- LE-RULE-026legal substanceDistinguish obligations, rights, discretions, conditions and declarations.Human review trigger: Always when modal verbs are changed.
- LE-RULE-027legal substanceKeep definitions neutral and avoid putting operative obligations inside definitions.Human review trigger: If definition wording creates hidden obligations.
- LE-RULE-028structureSeparate main commercial terms from boilerplate terms in review notes.Human review trigger: If separation obscures linked risk.
- LE-RULE-029legal substanceIdentify governing law, jurisdiction and dispute resolution as separate review points.Human review trigger: Always for cross-border contracts.
- LE-RULE-030legal substanceFlag limitation, exclusion and indemnity clauses as high-sensitivity clauses.Human review trigger: Always.
- LE-RULE-031legal substanceCheck whether a clause creates an obligation to act, an obligation to pay, or a condition to performance.Human review trigger: Always if drafting affects remedies.
- LE-RULE-032clarityUse consistent party names instead of switching between party, company, supplier and contractor.Human review trigger: If the label is tied to a defined role.
- LE-RULE-033clarityIn correspondence, state the purpose and requested action early.Human review trigger: If tactical ambiguity is intentional.
- LE-RULE-034toneIn legal emails, separate background, position, request and deadline.Human review trigger: If email is part of dispute strategy.
- LE-RULE-035legal substanceIn contract comments, distinguish drafting preference from legal risk.Human review trigger: Always when advice may be relied on.
- LE-RULE-037clarityCheck false friends and false collocations in legal English before finalizing client-facing text.Human review trigger: If wording could misstate legal concept.
- LE-RULE-038toneMatch tone to audience: client update, counterparty letter, internal memo and formal notice require different levels of firmness.Human review trigger: If the document will be sent externally.
- LE-RULE-039legal substanceDo not convert a reservation of rights into a waiver, concession or final position.Human review trigger: Always for dispute correspondence.
- LE-RULE-040legal substancePreserve assumptions, qualifications and scope limits in cross-border advice.Human review trigger: Always for legal, tax or compliance advice.
- LE-RULE-041structureStart a legal memo with the question, short answer and key assumptions.Human review trigger: If client requested only an email or short note.
- LE-RULE-042structureSeparate facts, rules, application and conclusion.Human review trigger: If format is jurisdiction-specific.
- LE-RULE-043legal substanceIdentify the governing rule before applying facts.Human review trigger: Always if legal basis is uncertain.
- LE-RULE-044legal substanceBreak multi-element legal tests into separate analytical points.Human review trigger: Always if elements are disputed.
- LE-RULE-045legal substanceUse case comparisons only after explaining why the compared facts matter.Human review trigger: If case relevance is not verified.
- LE-RULE-046legal substancePresent counterarguments fairly before explaining why they may not prevail.Human review trigger: Always for balanced legal analysis.
- LE-RULE-047clarityAvoid overclaiming; align conclusion strength with source strength.Human review trigger: Always if sources are incomplete.
- LE-RULE-048structureUse topic sentences to show the function of each analytical paragraph.Human review trigger: If paragraph combines multiple issues.
- LE-RULE-049legal substanceMark unresolved factual gaps instead of filling them with assumptions.Human review trigger: Always if facts are missing.
- LE-RULE-050legal substanceEnd with practical next steps tied to risk, evidence and decision needs.Human review trigger: If advice is intended for client action.