case-brief

Name: case-brief
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Author: gtgspot

Guide law students through a scaffolded case brief template.

Updated May 28, 2026

Search Tags:#template #reasoning #outline #facts #law-student #case-brief #holding

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/gtgspot/clegal --skill case-brief-gtgspot

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: case-brief
Source: https://github.com/gtgspot/clegal/tree/main/law-student/skills/case-brief
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gtgspot/clegal --skill case-brief-gtgspot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This tool helps law students craft structured case briefs by guiding them through a scaffolded template, ensuring they focus on the essential elements and avoid writing the brief for them.

Core Features & Use Cases

Scaffolded template with sections for Facts, Issue, Holding, Reasoning, Rule, and Notes.
Supports drill-me mode (holding first) and explain-to-me mode, adapting to the student’s CLAUDE.md preferences.
Use cases include outline preparation, bar prep, and quick brief drafting from pasted text.

Quick Start

Load your CLAUDE.md preferences, then start the workflow and begin filling the brief template by answering prompts for Facts, Issue, Holding, Reasoning, Rule, and Notes.

Frequently Asked Questions about case-brief

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I create a structured case brief for law school?▼

To create a structured case brief, you use a scaffolded template that guides you through entering Facts, Issue, Holding, Reasoning, Rule, and Notes, ensuring you focus on essential elements without having the brief written for you.

What is the best way to outline cases for bar prep using a template?▼

The best way to outline cases for bar prep is using a scaffolded template that prompts you sequentially for Facts, Issue, Holding, Reasoning, Rule, and Notes, adapting to your specific learning preferences via a CLAUDE.md file.

Can I use a drill mode to practice case brief holdings first?▼

Yes, you can use a drill-me mode to practice case brief holdings first, which tailors the prompt sequence to test your recall of the holding before moving on to Facts, Issue, Reasoning, Rule, and Notes.

Does a scaffolded case brief tool write the legal analysis for you?▼

A scaffolded case brief tool does not write the legal analysis for you; instead, it guides you through a template to ensure you actively extract the Facts, Issue, Holding, Reasoning, Rule, and Notes yourself.

How do I customize case brief prompts for my specific study preferences?▼

You customize case brief prompts by loading a student-specific CLAUDE.md preferences file, which tailors the workflow and prompt delivery to match your individual study habits and outline preparation needs.