25 AI Prompts for Lawyers (Tested on ChatGPT & Legal AI)

Act as a senior associate at an Am Law 100 firm reviewing a new Master Services Agreement (MSA) from a vendor. Your client is a US-based B2B SaaS company. The governing law is Delaware.
Based on the text of the agreement provided below, create a prioritized issue-spotting checklist for my review. For each issue, identify the relevant clause number, briefly explain the risk to our client (the service recipient), and suggest a starting point for redlining.
Format the output as a markdown table with columns for: "Priority (High/Med/Low)", "Clause #", "Issue/Risk", and "Suggested Action". Focus on key commercial terms, liability, indemnity, IP ownership, and data privacy.
[Paste full contract text here]

Act as a transactional attorney. Draft a "Limitation of Liability" clause for a software-as-a-service agreement.
**Context:**
*   **Governing Law:** New York
*   **My Client:** The SaaS provider
*   **Key Business Terms:**
*   Exclude liability for indirect, consequential, special, or punitive damages.
*   Carve out breaches of confidentiality, indemnification obligations, and gross negligence/willful misconduct from the liability cap.
*   Cap direct damages at the total fees paid or payable by the customer in the 12 months preceding the claim.
Draft the clause using clear, standard language appropriate for a B2B transaction.

I have two versions of an Indemnification clause. Version A is my company's preferred language. Version B is a counterparty's proposed redline.
Analyze both versions and create a summary table that compares them. The table should have three columns: "Provision", "Version A (Our Position)", and "Version B (Counterparty Position)".
After the table, provide a bulleted list of the material differences and explain the legal and commercial risks of accepting Version B.
**Version A:**
[Paste your clause text]
**Version B:**
[Paste counterparty's clause text]

Rewrite the following "Assignment" clause in plain English for a business stakeholder (e.g., a project manager). The goal is to explain what it means, what actions are restricted, and under what conditions an assignment is permitted, without using legal jargon. Keep the explanation under 150 words.
[Paste clause text here]

Act as an experienced in-house counsel. I am providing a draft of a Reseller Agreement below. My company is the software vendor.
Review the entire agreement and identify any standard clauses that are missing or any clauses that appear unusual or off-market for a typical software reseller relationship. For each identified point, state whether it is "Missing" or "Unusual" and briefly explain why it matters.
[Paste full contract text here]

Draft a template for a Statement of Work (SOW) to be attached as an exhibit to a Master Services Agreement.
The template should include clear sections and placeholders for:
*   SOW Effective Date
*   Parties (referencing the MSA)
*   Background/Purpose
*   Term of SOW
*   Detailed Description of Services
*   Deliverables
*   Acceptance Criteria
*   Project Team (Key Personnel)
*   Fees, Invoicing, and Payment Schedule
*   Assumptions and Client Dependencies
Use bracketed placeholders like `[DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES]` for all variable information.

Act as a senior law librarian. I am beginning research on a legal question and need to develop a search strategy.
**Legal Issue:** Whether a software company in California can be held liable for "addictive" product design features under a product liability theory.
**Jurisdiction:** California state and federal courts (Ninth Circuit).
Provide a list of potential search queries, key terms, and relevant databases or secondary sources (like treatises or law review articles) to begin my research. Include both broad concepts and specific "terms and connectors" style queries.

Provide a detailed summary of the case *[Case Name, e.g., Gibson v. Cendyn Group]*, including the full citation.
Structure the summary with the following H3 headings:

Act as a legal research AI. I am looking for case law in the state of [State] that addresses the following fact pattern:
[Clearly describe the core facts of your case. For example: "A landlord installed security cameras in the common-area hallway of an apartment building. A tenant is suing for invasion of privacy, claiming the cameras are an unreasonable intrusion."]
Identify up to three relevant cases from [State] courts. For each case, provide the full citation, a brief summary of the holding, and a one-sentence explanation of why it is relevant to the provided fact pattern.
Constraint: You must verify that these cases are real and have not been overturned. State that you have done this.

Explain the "business judgment rule" as it applies to a board of directors' decision to reject a takeover offer.
**Context:**
*   **Jurisdiction:** Delaware
*   **Situation:** The board of a publicly-traded corporation received a hostile takeover bid at a premium to the current stock price but rejected it, believing it undervalued the company's long-term prospects.
Your explanation should be clear enough for a junior associate to understand. Define the rule, explain the standard of judicial review, and identify the key elements the board must demonstrate for the rule to apply.

Analyze the following section of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
[Paste statutory text here, e.g., Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.140(o)(1)]
Provide a breakdown of the text with these sections:
1.  **Plain English Summary:** What does this section do?
2.  **Key Defined Terms:** List the specific terms defined within this section and their meanings.
3.  **Cross-References:** Identify any other sections of the CCPA or other laws mentioned.
4.  **Practical Implication:** Give one example of how this definition impacts a business that collects customer data online.

Act as an intellectual property lawyer. Draft a template for a cease and desist letter regarding trademark infringement.
The template must include placeholders for:
*   [Date]
*   [Infringer's Name and Address]
*   [My Client's Name]
*   [My Client's Trademark]
*   [Trademark Registration Number(s)]
*   [Description of Infringing Activity]
*   [URL(s) or locations of infringement]
*   [Deadline for Compliance]
The letter should have a firm but professional tone. It must clearly state the basis of our client's rights, demand the immediate cessation of the infringing activity, and outline the consequences of non-compliance, including the potential for legal action to recover damages and attorney's fees.

Draft a template for an automated response email to a prospective client who fills out the contact form on my law firm's website.
**Firm Details:**
*   **Practice Area:** [e.g., Personal Injury]
*   **Next Step:** [e.g., free 15-minute phone consultation]
*   **Scheduling:** [e.g., Provide a Calendly link]
**Requirements:**
1.  Thank them for their inquiry.
2.  Acknowledge the sensitivity of their situation without commenting on the merits.
3.  State that this communication does not create an attorney-client relationship.
4.  Clearly explain the next step (the consultation) and provide the scheduling link.
5.  Set expectations for what the consultation will cover.

Act as a litigation paralegal. Create a comprehensive checklist for preparing a key witness for a deposition. The witness is the CEO of our client's company.
The checklist should be organized into sections:
*   **Two Weeks Before:** (e.g., schedule prep sessions, review key documents)
*   **One Week Before:** (e.g., conduct mock examination, review case themes)
*   **Day Before:** (e.g., final review, logistical confirmation)
*   **Key Topics to Cover with Witness:** (e.g., the purpose of a deposition, rules of engagement, handling difficult questions, theme reinforcement)
*   **Documents to Assemble:** (e.g., deposition notice, key exhibits, case summary)

Act as a privacy counsel. Create a high-level GDPR compliance checklist for a new software product launch. The product is a B2C mobile app that will be available to users in the EU.
The checklist should cover key GDPR principles and requirements, including:
*   Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency
*   Data Minimization
*   Purpose Limitation
*   Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)
*   Data Subject Rights (Access, Rectification, Erasure, etc.)
*   Technical and Organizational Security Measures
*   Data Breach Notification Procedures
*   Appointment of a DPO/EU Representative (if applicable)
For each item, provide a one-sentence action item.

I am providing a set of case notes and client emails below. They are not in chronological order.
Read all the provided text and create a timeline of key events. The output should be a markdown table with three columns: "Date", "Event", and "Source Document".
List the events in strict chronological order.
[Paste all unstructured notes, email excerpts, etc. here]

Act as a junior litigation associate in a civil case.
**Case Context:** This is a breach of contract case in [Jurisdiction]. The plaintiff (my client) alleges the defendant failed to deliver software development services according to the SOW.
Draft a set of ten standard interrogatories to the defendant. The questions should seek to identify key witnesses, relevant documents, the defendant's understanding of the contract, and the facts supporting their defenses.

Act as a litigator. I need to draft a Motion to Dismiss a complaint for failure to state a claim under FRCP 12(b)(6).
**Complaint Allegations:** [Briefly summarize the plaintiff's core claims, e.g., "The plaintiff has sued my client, a social media platform, alleging that they are liable for a defamatory post made by a third-party user."]
**Legal Basis for Dismissal:** [e.g., "Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act"]
Create a structured outline for the memorandum of law in support of the motion. The outline should include a standard introduction, a section for the legal standard, a detailed argument section applying the law to the complaint's facts, and a conclusion.

Rewrite the following legal update into a concise, plain-English email for my client. The client is not a lawyer.
**Legal Update:** "We filed a motion for summary judgment, arguing that no genuine dispute of material fact exists and that we are entitled to judgment as a matter of law. The opposing party has 30 days to file their opposition, after which we will file our reply brief. A hearing date has not yet been set.

My client has questions about their recent legal bill. Draft a clear, professional email template that I can adapt to explain the charges.
The email should:
1.  Acknowledge their question and express willingness to provide clarity.
2.  Explain that the invoice reflects the time spent on specific activities for their matter.
3.  Offer to walk them through the line items on a brief call.
4.  Reassure them of our commitment to providing value and transparency.
Include a placeholder like `[Link to schedule a call]` and `[Attach a copy of the invoice]`.

Act as a marketing assistant for a law firm. Draft a short LinkedIn post (under 200 words) for an attorney to publish.
**Attorney:** [Attorney's Name], Partner in the [Practice Group] group.
**Topic:** The increasing use of pricing algorithms and potential antitrust risks.
**Audience:** In-house counsel and business executives in the tech and retail sectors.
The post should:
*   Have a strong hook to grab attention.
*   Briefly explain the trend and why it's a risk.
*   Offer one piece of practical advice.
*   Include relevant hashtags (e.g., #Antitrust #Pricing #LegalRisk).

I am a partner at a law firm and need to prepare a 60-minute CLE (Continuing Legal Education) presentation.
**Topic:** Ethical Considerations for Lawyers Using Generative AI.
**Audience:** Lawyers in my state.
Generate a detailed outline for the presentation, including timings for each section. The outline should cover:
*   Introduction to Generative AI (5 min)
*   ABA Model Rules Implicated: 1.1 (Competence), 1.6 (Confidentiality), 5.3 (Supervision) (20 min)
*   The Risk of Hallucinations: Case Studies (e.g., *Mata v. Avianca*) (15 min)
*   Practical Safeguards and Firm Policies (15 min)
*   Q&A (5 min)

Act as a junior M&A associate. Create a preliminary due diligence request list template for the acquisition of a small tech startup. Our client is the buyer.
Organize the list into key categories:
*   Corporate Records (e.g., formation documents, board minutes)
*   Financials (e.g., audited statements, tax returns)
*   Material Contracts (e.g., customer, supplier, partner agreements)
*   Intellectual Property (e.g., patents, trademarks, open source usage)
*   Employees and Benefits
*   Litigation and Compliance

Create a checklist template for a residential real estate closing. The checklist is for the buyer's attorney.
The checklist should be in chronological order, starting from "Post-Contract Signing" and ending with "Post-Closing." Include key items like:
*   Title Search and Insurance Review
*   Survey Review
*   Loan Commitment and Document Review
*   Review of Closing Disclosure (CD)
*   Final Walk-Through Coordination
*   Confirmation of Funds for Closing
*   Post-Closing: Recording of Deed and Mortgage

Create an internal administrative checklist for onboarding a new litigation client.
The checklist should cover all steps from the moment the engagement letter is signed to the official opening of the matter in our system. Include:
*   Signed Engagement Letter Received
*   Conflict Check Completed and Documented
*   Client and Matter Opened in Practice Management Software
*   Billing Information Entered
*   Initial Retainer Paid and Deposited into Trust Account
*   Welcome Email Sent to Client with Case Team Intro
*   Initial File Organization (Digital and Physical)