cocounsel-legal:deep-research

Generate synthesized legal research reports from Westlaw Deep Research.

1|Updated Jun 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bomday/projetao-tatico --skill cocounsel-legal-deep-research-bomday
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Skill: cocounsel-legal:deep-research
Source: https://github.com/bomday/projetao-tatico/tree/main/claude-for-legal/external_plugins/cocounsel-legal/skills/deep-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bomday/projetao-tatico --skill cocounsel-legal-deep-research-bomday

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires mcp, westlaw-deep-research-api, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines legal research by integrating Westlaw Deep Research, providing comprehensive and synthesized legal information for complex queries.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Deep Legal Research: Accesses Westlaw's extensive database to perform detailed legal research and generate reports.
  • Jurisdiction-Specific Analysis: Supports research across multiple jurisdictions, enhancing the depth of analysis.
  • Use Case: When a user needs to understand the nuances of a legal issue across different jurisdictions, this Skill can quickly produce a detailed report.

Quick Start

Ask a legal research question like "What are the current trends in environmental law in California and New York?".

Frequently Asked Questions about cocounsel-legal:deep-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I conduct deep legal research on case law and statutes using Westlaw?

To conduct deep legal research on case law and statutes, this Skill queries the Westlaw Deep Research API to synthesize detailed legal information and generate comprehensive reports. It connects directly to Westlaw's extensive database.

Can I analyze legal issues across multiple jurisdictions with Westlaw Deep Research?

Yes, you can analyze legal issues across multiple jurisdictions with Westlaw Deep Research. The Skill supports jurisdiction-specific analysis, allowing you to request reports comparing nuances like environmental law trends in different states.

Do I need an MCP server connection to perform jurisdiction-specific legal research?

Yes, you need an active connection to the cocounsel-legal MCP server and the Westlaw Deep Research API to perform jurisdiction-specific legal research. These dependencies are required to access the underlying case law and statutes.

What is the best way to get synthesized legal information on administrative decisions?

The best way to get synthesized legal information on administrative decisions is to submit a targeted legal query to this Skill. It utilizes Westlaw Deep Research to process complex questions and deliver detailed, synthesized legal reports.

What limitations exist when querying statutes and case law through an automated legal research skill?

A key limitation is the strict dependency on the cocounsel-legal MCP server and the Westlaw Deep Research API; without these connections, querying statutes and case law is impossible. Research depth is also bound by Westlaw database access.