Learn · Sentences Legal English (Legal Procedures, Talking about the Law in Various Contexts)
I need to consult with my lawyer before making a decision.
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Narrator
I need to consult with my lawyer before making a decision.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
You should consult with your lawyer before making any decisions.
Describing Habits
Before making important decisions, I always consult with my lawyer.
Asking About Others
Do you consult with a lawyer before making significant decisions?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If I didn't consult my lawyer, I might make a costly mistake.
Rephrased versions
Formal
It is necessary for me to seek legal counsel prior to making a decision.
Casual
I gotta talk to my lawyer before I decide anything.
Simpler English
I need to ask my lawyer before I decide.
Phrases to learn
consult with
To seek advice or information from someone.
before making a decision
Prior to deciding on a course of action.