build-case-playbook

Analyze criminal defense case files and produce a strategic defense playbook.

6|Updated Feb 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jdrodriguez/legal-toolkit --skill build-case-playbook
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: build-case-playbook
Source: https://github.com/jdrodriguez/legal-toolkit/tree/main/legal-toolkit/skills/build-case-playbook
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jdrodriguez/legal-toolkit --skill build-case-playbook

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Rapidly transforms disorganized case materials into a structured, defense-focused playbook that supports trial preparation, cross-examination planning, motion identification, and jury strategy, saving attorneys time and focusing resources on the strongest defenses.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Case Synthesis: Reads mixed input (PDF, DOCX, TXT, MD, pasted text) and consolidates facts, timelines, and evidence into a single strategic memo.
  • Trial-Ready Strategy: Produces primary and fallback defense theories, cross-examination angles, witness plans, jury selection themes, and recommended motions with risk ratings and citations to source documents.
  • Practical Workflow: Validates jurisdiction, flags missing information for investigation, chains to OCR for scanned files, and cites page numbers/timestamps for every factual claim; ideal for trial prep, motion drafting, and client strategy sessions.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to "Build a defense playbook" and upload the case files and jurisdiction details.

Frequently Asked Questions about build-case-playbook

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I build a defense playbook from police reports and discovery files?

To build a defense playbook, upload police reports, discovery files, witness statements, and lab results. The tool synthesizes mixed file types like PDFs and DOCX into a structured memo featuring trial theories, cross-examination angles, and recommended motions with direct citations to source page numbers.

Can I analyze body cam transcripts and lab results for trial strategy preparation?

You can analyze body cam transcripts and lab results for trial strategy by ingesting them alongside other case files. The system extracts facts and timelines from these documents to produce primary and fallback defense theories, witness plans, and jury selection themes.

Does the case analysis tool work with scanned PDFs and mixed file directories?

The case analysis tool processes mixed file directories containing PDFs, DOCX, TXT, and pasted text. When scanned files are detected during ingestion, it automatically chains to OCR processing to extract the text needed for building the strategic defense playbook.

What is the best way to identify recommended motions and cross-examination angles from case files?

The best way to identify recommended motions and cross-examination angles is to consolidate all case materials into the system. It evaluates the evidence to neutralize weaknesses, generates targeted cross-examination questions, and outputs motions complete with risk ratings and source citations.

How does jurisdiction validation work when preparing a criminal defense playbook?

Jurisdiction validation ensures the generated defense playbook aligns with specific legal requirements by prompting you to provide jurisdiction details alongside your case files. The system checks this context against the ingested evidence to flag missing information and tailor the recommended motions.

What happens if my case files have missing information for voir dire planning?

If your case files have missing information for voir dire planning, the system flags these specific gaps during synthesis. It identifies what additional investigation is needed to strengthen your trial theory, jury selection themes, and overall defense strategy.