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(A person form a joint - venture company goes to a law office to hire a lawyer who can represent his company in a lawsuit.)
A= lawyer; B=client
A: Is there anything I can do for you, sir?
B: Yes. Our company is engaged in a lawsuit concerning international trade. We'd like to engage a lawyer to act on our behalf. Could you tell me if we can engage a lawyer from your law firm?
A: I think you've come to the right place. To be honest, we have rich experience in handling cases involving foreign-related matters. We have a lot of excellent lawyers who have both a good command of English and legal expertise.
B: Really? That's wonderful. What if we'd like to engage your firm to act on our behalf?
A: Our practice is we will have a face-to-face talk about the case and lawyer fee first. After we reach a consensus , you'll be presented with a formatted agreement of entrusted agency for your reading and signature.
B: What's the agreement about?
A: It includes without limitation entrusted matters, lawyer's mode of work, sphere and description of authorization by the client, sum and mode of payment, default , terms of revocation and settlement of disputes, etc.
B: Can I have a look at a sample agreement?
A: Sure. Here it is.
B: If there's disagreement as to the terms stipulated in the agreement, is there any possibility of making changes?
A: Yes. As I said earlier, the agreement is based on what we agree on.
B: I see. After concluding the agreement, what shall I do?
A: You must present us with a power of attorney .
B: What do you mean by a power of attorney?
A: A power of attorney is a legal instrument which specifies matters, terms and scope of attorney.
B: Anything else?
A: Then perform your obligation of paying the bill and cooperating with your lawyer and meantime enjoy your lawful rights in your litigation or non-litigation process.
B: I see.
A: OK. Please feel free to contact me if you have any question.
B: Thank you for your information and time.
consensus [kənˈsensəs] n. 一致; 舆论; 一致同意，合意
entrust [ɪnˈtrʌst] vt. 委托，托付
sphere [sfɪə(r)] n. 球（体）; （兴趣或活动的）范围; 势力范围; 天体，如行星或恒星
vt. 形成球体; 包围，围绕; 置于球面内部
authorization [ˌɔ:θəraɪˈzeɪʃn] n. 授权，批准; 批准（或授权）的证书
default [dɪˈfɔ:lt] vi. 未履行任务或责任; 受传唤时未出庭; 由于不到庭而败诉; 弃权
vt. 未履行，拖欠; 未参加或完成（例如，比赛）; [法]因未到庭而败（诉）
n. 未履行，拖欠; [法]未到庭; 弃权; [计] 缺省，默认
revocation [ˌrevəˈkeɪʃn] n. 废止，撤回
stipulate [ˈstɪpjuleɪt] vt. （尤指在协议或建议中）规定，约定，讲明（条件等）
vi. 规定，明确要求
attorney [əˈtɜ:nɪ] n. 代理人; 律师
litigation [ˌlɪtɪˈgeɪʃn] n. （律）打官司; 诉讼
1. Be sure to arrive on time for your scheduled appointment.
2. Is there any possibility of winning the case?
3. What do I do if I just cannot afford a quality lawyer?
4. Please recommend a good lawyer to me.
5. Tell me when the court will hear this case.
Work in pairs; try to give your advice or recommendation for the following situations: Your cooperating partner fails to perform its contractual obligations.