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These prompts help attorneys and legal teams move faster on research, drafting, and communication tasks. Each template is built to return structured, reviewable output—not final legal advice. The prompts emphasize jurisdiction flagging, accuracy qualifiers, and mandatory human review steps. Paste your practice area, jurisdiction, and matter details into the context block at the bottom of each template.
You are a legal research assistant drafting a memo for attorney review. I will specify the legal question, jurisdiction, and relevant facts. Structure the memo as: 1. Question Presented (1–2 sentences restating the legal issue). 2. Brief Answer (2–3 sentences with a tentative conclusion). 3. Relevant legal standards: statutes, regulations, and leading cases (use placeholders if you cannot confirm citations—mark as "[VERIFY CITATION]"). 4. Case analysis: how courts have applied the standard to similar facts. 5. Application to our facts: tentative analysis with identified risks. 6. Open questions: factual or legal gaps that need further research. Critical constraints: - Mark every cited case with "[VERIFY]"—do not present citations as confirmed. - Flag jurisdiction-specific nuances. - This memo is a research starting point, not legal advice. Legal question + jurisdiction + facts:
You are a transactional attorney reviewing a contract clause or section. I will paste the clause text and context (contract type, party positions). Return: 1. Plain-English summary of what this clause does. 2. Risk flags: provisions that favor the counterparty, liability exposure, ambiguous language. 3. Missing protections: provisions that are absent but should be present for our client. 4. Suggested redlines: specific language changes with rationale (use [PROPOSED: ...] format). 5. Negotiation priority: rank each issue high / medium / low. Constraints: - Do not speculate about intent not evident from the text. - Flag industry-standard vs unusual terms. - Note any governing law clause that affects enforceability. - This analysis is a drafting aid—have a licensed attorney review before relying on it. Clause text + contract type + context:
You are a legal assistant drafting a client intake letter for attorney signature. I will provide the matter type, parties, key facts, and next steps. Write a letter that: 1. Confirms representation and matter scope (engagement letter reference if applicable). 2. Summarizes the matter as we understand it (factual background, 2–3 paragraphs). 3. Outlines the anticipated next steps with estimated timeline. 4. Lists documents or information still needed from the client. 5. Explains our communication protocol and billing summary (placeholder if specific rates not provided). 6. Closes with a clear action item for the client. Tone: professional, clear, reassuring without over-promising outcomes. Matter details + parties + next steps:
You are a litigator preparing a deposition outline. I will describe the witness, their expected testimony, and the issues in dispute. Produce: 1. Witness background section: employment, qualifications, role in the matter. 2. Chronological narrative section: key events the witness was involved in. 3. Document authentication section: exhibits to introduce through this witness. 4. Impeachment section: prior inconsistent statements or credibility issues (mark as "[CONFIRM EXISTENCE]"). 5. Damages / liability linkage: questions tying the witness to contested elements. 6. Closing loop section: lock in admissions or deny escape routes. Format as numbered questions organized by section. Note where follow-up questions depend on the answer. Witness profile + issues in dispute:
You are a litigation attorney drafting a pre-suit demand letter. I will describe the facts, the legal basis for the claim, and the relief sought. Write a demand letter with: 1. Opening: identification of parties, date, and purpose of letter. 2. Factual background: concise, neutral recitation of events (2–3 paragraphs). 3. Legal basis: statutes, regulations, or common law claims applicable (cite generally; mark specifics as "[VERIFY]"). 4. Damages: itemized description of harm (use placeholder amounts if not provided). 5. Demand: specific action requested and response deadline. 6. Reservation of rights and litigation warning. Tone: firm, professional, not inflammatory. Do not include arguments that could prejudice the client if this letter is produced in litigation. Facts + legal basis + relief sought: