case-brief

Convert case text or names into a structured student-filled case brief.

183|37|Updated May 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zhou210712/claude-for-legal-ZH --skill case-brief-zhou210712
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: case-brief
Source: https://github.com/zhou210712/claude-for-legal-ZH/tree/main/law-student/skills/case-brief
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zhou210712/claude-for-legal-ZH --skill case-brief-zhou210712

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps students convert a case (text or name) into a disciplined, exam-ready case brief template while preventing careless “write-it-for-me” summarization and reducing made-up content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Template-driven case briefing: Generates a question-led brief structure (facts, issues, holding, reasoning, rules, and notes) aligned to the student’s preferred format.
  • Training-mode guardrail: In training mode, requires the student to state the holding first, then guides them through the remaining sections.
  • Uncertainty labeling and citation discipline: Marks unknown or disputable interpretations as [不确定] or [需核实] when the input is only a case name, and advises independent verification when citations are AI-generated.
  • Source-faithful extraction when text is provided: If the user pastes the case text, it extracts the court’s wording for holding and reasoning into the relevant sections.

Quick Start

Ask for a case brief by pasting the case text or telling me the case name and saying “give me the case brief template and help me fill it in, in training mode.”

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 from case text for legal exam preparation?

To create a structured case brief, paste the case text and request a template. The system extracts the court's exact wording for holding and reasoning, placing them into a question-led brief structure covering facts, issues, rules, and notes for exam readiness.

What is training mode for case briefing and how does it enforce holding-first analysis?

Training mode for case briefing requires the student to state the holding first before guiding them through remaining sections like facts and reasoning. This prevents careless write-it-for-me summarization and disciplines case comprehension for memory.

Can I generate a case brief if I only have the case name and not the full text?

Yes, you can generate a case brief template with only a case name. The system applies uncertainty labeling, marking unknown or disputable interpretations as [不确定] or [需核实], and advises independent verification to avoid fabricated summaries.

How does uncertainty labeling prevent fabricated content in AI-generated case briefs?

Uncertainty labeling prevents fabricated content by marking unknown or disputable interpretations as [不确定] or [需核实] when only a case name is provided. It also advises verifying AI-generated citations independently, ensuring source-faithful extraction when full text is available.

What is the best way to format a legal case brief for law school exams?

The best way to format a legal case brief is using a question-led structure covering facts, issues, holding, reasoning, rules, and notes. This template-driven approach aligns with your preferred format and enforces holding-first analysis in training mode for exam comprehension.