Claude Prompt: Comprehensive Research Memo + Statute Analysis
Two heavy-research prompts in one: an Am Law 100 research memorandum and a section-by-section statute and regulation breakdown with compliance obligations.
The Prompt
Variables (1)
| Variable | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| {{jurisdiction}} | Jurisdiction | California |
Expected Output
A formal IRAC-style memorandum with brief answer, sub-issue discussion, circuit splits flagged, and a citations list — or a section-by-section statute breakdown with compliance obligations.
Usage Notes
Use Claude Opus for this prompt — research depth and citation tracking benefit from the larger reasoning model. Anti-hallucination: Claude can fabricate case citations that look legitimate. ALWAYS verify every cite in Westlaw, LexisNexis, or Bloomberg Law before relying on it. Treat the output as a head-start, not a finished work product.
Originally featured in: Claude AI for Lawyers: Best Prompts, Use Cases & Tips (2026)
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