Structures a legal memorandum or argument using issue, rule, application, and conclusion.
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name: legal-brief
description: "Draft a structured legal brief, case summary, or legal argument outline. Use when asked to write a legal brief, case note, legal memo, argument outline, or position paper. Produces a structured document using IRAC format (Issue, Rule, Application, Conclusion)."
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# Legal Brief Skill
This skill drafts structured legal briefs and memos using IRAC format — the standard structure for legal writing.
## Required Inputs
- **Brief type** (legal memo / case summary / argument outline / position paper / letter before action)
- **Legal issue or question**
- **Jurisdiction** (England & Wales / US / EU / Other)
- **Relevant facts**
- **Relevant law or cases** (if known — otherwise flagged as [RESEARCH NEEDED])
- **Audience** (internal memo / court submission / client letter)
## Output Structure
### Header
- **To:** [Recipient]
- **From:** [Author]
- **Date:** [Date]
- **Re:** [Matter reference]
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