ChatGPT Prompts for Lawyers

Draft a client intake questionnaire for a personal injury case covering accident details, medical treatment, insurance information, witness contacts, and prior injuries.

Explain the key differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy in plain language suitable for a client consultation, including eligibility and timeline.

Write a demand letter for a breach of contract claim that clearly states the facts, legal basis, damages sought, and deadline for response.

Create a legal research memo outline on [legal issue] analyzing relevant statutes, case law, policy arguments, and practical implications for the client.

Draft a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for a business partnership with mutual obligations, carve-outs for public information, and a 2-year term.

Write a motion to compel discovery responses with arguments addressing relevance, proportionality, and the opposing party's failure to respond within the required timeframe.

Create a compliance checklist for a startup handling personal data under GDPR, covering lawful basis, consent mechanisms, data protection impact assessments, and breach notification.

Generate a case status update email template for clients that explains legal proceedings in accessible language without providing specific legal advice.

Draft a commercial lease agreement clause addressing force majeure events, including pandemic-specific language and rent abatement provisions.

Create a deposition preparation outline for a witness in a product liability case, including anticipated questions, document review checklist, and testimony guidelines.

Write an engagement letter template for a family law practice covering scope of representation, fee structure, retainer terms, and client responsibilities.

Research and summarize the current state of law regarding [legal topic] in [jurisdiction], identifying key cases, statutory provisions, and emerging trends.

Draft an employment agreement for a senior executive including compensation, equity, non-compete, non-solicitation, and termination provisions.

Create a litigation hold notice template for corporate clients explaining document preservation obligations and potential spoliation consequences.

Write a settlement negotiation strategy memo analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of a [type of case], with a recommended settlement range and supporting rationale.

Generate a privacy policy template for a SaaS company that complies with CCPA and GDPR, covering data collection, use, sharing, retention, and user rights.

Draft a cease and desist letter for trademark infringement that identifies the marks, documents the infringement, and demands specific corrective actions.

Create a client FAQ document for an estate planning practice explaining wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and probate avoidance strategies.

Write a contract review checklist for commercial agreements covering key terms, risk allocation, indemnification, limitation of liability, and dispute resolution.

Design a case management workflow for a personal injury firm from intake through settlement, including milestone tracking, deadline management, and client communication protocols.

Draft interrogatories for a commercial litigation case targeting the opposing party's knowledge of key facts, document identification, and witness information.

Create a regulatory compliance training outline for corporate employees on anti-bribery (FCPA/UK Bribery Act) covering red flags, reporting procedures, and gift policies.

Write a mediation position statement that presents the client's case persuasively while signaling willingness to negotiate in good faith.

Generate a template for a legal opinion letter on a corporate transaction addressing formation, authority, enforceability, and compliance with applicable laws.

Create a due diligence checklist for a business acquisition covering corporate structure, contracts, litigation, IP, employment, real property, and regulatory matters.

Draft a motion for summary judgment with arguments demonstrating no genuine dispute of material fact exists on the key elements of the claim.

Write a billing practices guide for associates covering time entry standards, narrative descriptions, billing codes, and client-specific requirements.

Create an immigration case preparation checklist for an H-1B visa petition including employer documentation, beneficiary qualifications, and LCA requirements.

Draft a shareholder agreement for a closely held corporation addressing governance, transfer restrictions, buy-sell provisions, and dispute resolution mechanisms.

Write a plain-language summary of a 50-page contract highlighting key obligations, deadlines, financial terms, and potential risks for a non-lawyer client.

Generate a trial preparation timeline covering witness preparation, exhibit organization, jury instructions, opening and closing statement outlines, and motion practice.

Create an anti-money laundering (AML) compliance program outline for a financial services firm covering CDD, transaction monitoring, SAR filing, and training.

Draft a professional services agreement template with clear scope definitions, deliverables, payment terms, IP ownership, and limitation of liability provisions.

Write an appellate brief outline identifying issues for review, standard of review for each issue, key authorities, and arguments for reversal or affirmance.

Create a conflict check procedure for a mid-size law firm covering new client intake, lateral hire screening, and ongoing matter monitoring.

Draft a data breach incident response plan covering detection, containment, notification requirements, regulatory reporting, and post-incident review.

Write a client disengagement letter that professionally concludes the representation, summarizes work completed, and advises on next steps and statute of limitations.

Create a real estate closing document checklist for a commercial property purchase including title, survey, environmental, zoning, and financing documents.

Draft a software license agreement covering grant of rights, restrictions, SaaS-specific terms, data security, SLAs, and termination provisions.

Write a witness interview memo template documenting facts gathered, credibility assessment, potential testimony value, and recommended follow-up actions.

Generate a legal technology implementation plan for a small firm covering case management, document automation, e-discovery, billing, and client portal setup.

Draft a prenuptial agreement outline addressing asset classification, spousal support, debt allocation, and inheritance rights with proper disclosure requirements.

Create a workplace investigation plan template for harassment complaints covering interview protocols, evidence preservation, confidentiality, and reporting structure.

Write a legal blog post on [topic] that establishes thought leadership while including appropriate disclaimers about not constituting legal advice.

Draft a partnership agreement covering capital contributions, profit sharing, management authority, admission of new partners, and dissolution procedures.

Create a jury selection questionnaire for a [type of case] with questions designed to identify potential biases, relevant experiences, and attitudes toward key issues.

Write a reference guide for paralegals on organizing case files, managing deadlines, preparing discovery responses, and coordinating with experts.

Generate an estate planning intake form collecting family structure, asset inventory, beneficiary designations, existing documents, and client goals for distribution.

Draft a terms of service agreement for a mobile app covering user obligations, content policies, dispute resolution, and liability limitations.

Create a continuing legal education (CLE) presentation outline on emerging trends in [practice area] with practical takeaways for attendees.