50 AI Prompts for Legal

Draft a [contract type: NDA/MSA/SaaS agreement/consulting agreement] between [party A] and [party B]. Key terms: [list key terms — duration, scope, payment, IP ownership]. Include standard protective clauses: limitation of liability, indemnification, termination, force majeure, and dispute resolution. Jurisdiction: [state/country].

Tip: Always specify the jurisdiction — contract enforceability varies significantly between states and countries.

Write a Statement of Work (SOW) for [project description]. Include: scope of work with deliverables, timeline with milestones, acceptance criteria, payment schedule tied to milestones, change order process, assumptions, and exclusions. Clear enough that both parties can reference it during disputes.

Tip: The 'exclusions' section prevents more disputes than the 'inclusions' section.

Create a terms of service for a [SaaS/e-commerce/marketplace] platform. Cover: account terms, acceptable use, IP rights, user content, payment and refunds, service availability, limitation of liability, privacy reference, termination, and modifications clause. Plain English where possible.

Tip: Plain English terms of service reduce support inquiries and increase user trust without sacrificing legal protection.

Draft an employment agreement for a [role level] position in [state]. Include: role description, compensation, equity (if applicable), benefits summary, confidentiality, non-compete (check enforceability in [state]), IP assignment, at-will statement, and severance terms.

Tip: Non-compete enforceability varies wildly by state. Some states ban them entirely. Always check local law.

Review this contract and identify risks: [paste contract or key sections]. For each clause: summarize what it means in plain English, flag risks or one-sided terms, rate risk level (high/medium/low), and suggest alternative language that better protects [our/client's] interests.

Tip: Focus the review on liability, indemnification, termination, and IP clauses first — those carry the most risk.

Compare these two contract versions and create a redline summary: Version A: [paste]. Version B: [paste]. For each change: what changed, who benefits from the change, risk impact, and recommendation to accept, reject, or counter.

Tip: Redline summaries that explain who benefits from each change help non-lawyers make informed decisions.

Analyze the termination clause in this contract: [paste clause]. Identify: termination triggers, notice requirements, cure periods, post-termination obligations, data/IP handling, and any traps (auto-renewal, penalties). Recommend improvements.

Tip: Termination clauses matter most when the relationship goes bad — which is exactly when you will not want to negotiate.

Review this SaaS vendor contract from the buyer's perspective: [paste key sections]. Check: data ownership, SLA commitments, data portability, security obligations, breach notification timeline, liability caps, insurance requirements, and exit provisions.

Tip: Data portability and exit provisions are often overlooked but critical when switching vendors.

Summarize [regulation/law name] for a non-legal audience. Cover: what it requires, who it applies to, key compliance obligations, penalties for non-compliance, important deadlines, and the 3 most common violations. Under 500 words. Include a compliance checklist.

Tip: Regulatory summaries for business teams should answer 'what do I need to do?' not 'what does the law say.'

Create a compliance checklist for [regulation: GDPR/CCPA/HIPAA/SOX] for a [company type]. Organize by: data handling, documentation requirements, employee training, technical safeguards, incident response, and reporting obligations. Include responsible party for each item.

Tip: Assigning a responsible party to each compliance item prevents the 'I thought someone else was handling it' problem.

Compare [law/regulation A] and [law/regulation B] for a company operating in both jurisdictions. Create a comparison table: scope, key requirements, differences, conflicts, and recommended approach to satisfy both simultaneously.

Tip: When regulations conflict, the stricter standard usually satisfies both. But verify with counsel.

Research and summarize the legal implications of [business activity: using AI in hiring / collecting biometric data / operating in EU / crypto payments]. Cover: applicable laws, recent case law or enforcement actions, risk areas, and practical mitigation steps.

Tip: AI legal research should always be verified by a licensed attorney. Laws change faster than AI training data.

Write a cease and desist letter regarding [issue: trademark infringement / IP theft / breach of contract / defamation]. Facts: [describe situation]. Tone: firm but professional. Include: factual basis, legal basis, specific demand, deadline, and consequences of non-compliance.

Tip: Cease and desist letters should be firm enough to be taken seriously but professional enough to preserve the option for resolution.

Draft a privacy policy for [type of business] that collects [types of data] from users in [jurisdictions]. Cover: data collected, purposes, legal basis, sharing, retention, user rights, cookies, children's data (if applicable), and contact information. Compliant with [GDPR/CCPA/both].

Tip: Privacy policies should be written in plain language. Hiding data practices in legal jargon increases regulatory risk, not protection.

Create a legal memo analyzing [legal question]. Format: Question Presented, Short Answer, Facts, Analysis (with relevant authority), and Conclusion. Write for an attorney audience, cite legal principles, and identify areas of uncertainty.

Tip: Legal memos should present the strongest arguments on both sides, not just the answer you want to hear.

Write a board resolution for [corporate action: appointing officers / authorizing fundraising / approving budget / establishing committee]. Include: recitals, resolved clauses, effective date, and signature blocks. Follow [state] corporate governance requirements.

Tip: Board resolutions should be precise enough that anyone reading them later understands exactly what was authorized.

Prepare a negotiation strategy for [contract type] with [counterparty type]. Our priorities: [list in order]. Their likely priorities: [estimate]. For each key term: our ideal position, acceptable range, walk-away point, and creative alternatives. Include opening position and concession sequence.

Tip: Understanding the other side's priorities often reveals trades that cost you little but are valuable to them.

Analyze these contract negotiation counterpoints from opposing counsel: [paste their redlines or positions]. For each: assess the reasonableness, identify the underlying concern, propose a compromise that addresses their concern while protecting our interests, and draft response language.

Tip: Address the concern behind the position, not just the position itself. This unlocks creative solutions.

Create a term sheet for a [deal type: investment / partnership / acquisition / licensing]. Key terms: [list]. Present in table format: term, our position, market standard, and notes. Include terms they might request that we should preemptively address.

Tip: Preemptively addressing expected asks shows sophistication and speeds up negotiation.

Write talking points for a legal negotiation meeting about [issue]. Cover: opening framing, 5 key arguments with supporting evidence, anticipated counterarguments with rebuttals, strategic concessions to offer, and desired outcome. Professional and collaborative tone.

Tip: Legal negotiations work best when framed as joint problem-solving rather than adversarial positioning.