Gemini Prompt: Research Memo with Citation Confidence Rating
Generate a structured research memo — question, short answer, analysis, practical implications — where every citation gets a HIGH/MEDIUM/LOW confidence rating.
The Prompt
Expected Output
A structured research memo with question presented, short answer, analysis (statute, majority/minority rule, trends, splits), practical implications, and per-citation confidence ratings.
Usage Notes
Tested on Gemini 3.1 Pro with Google Search grounding enabled. Even with confidence ratings, expect ~15-20% citation hallucination — verify every cite on Westlaw, Lexis, or Google Scholar before filing or quoting to a client.
Legal Sources Referenced
- California Business & Professions Code § 16600 (non-compete prohibition)
- Edwards v. Arthur Andersen LLP, 44 Cal. 4th 937 (2008)
Originally featured in: Gemini 3.1 Pro for Lawyers: Best Prompts, Use Cases & Honest Review (2026)
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