distill-law

Extract legally actionable claims with verbatim citations into JSON arrays.

1|4|Updated Feb 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/The-Interdependency/a0 --skill distill-law
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Skill: distill-law
Source: https://github.com/The-Interdependency/a0/tree/main/.agents/skills/distill-law
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/The-Interdependency/a0 --skill distill-law

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill extracts legally actionable information from tool-call results while preserving exact language and citations, ensuring legal accuracy and preventing paraphrase.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Verbatim extraction: Pull exact statutory text, case holdings, and contractual clauses with citations.
  • Citation integrity: Maintain original punctuation, formatting, and references to ensure enforceability.
  • Use Case: When reviewing a tool-output containing statutes or contracts, generate structured claims with sources for audit and compliance.

Quick Start

Use distill-law to convert a tool-call result containing a statute or contract clause into a JSON array of claims with sources.

Frequently Asked Questions about distill-law

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract verbatim legal text from statutes and contracts with citations?

To extract verbatim legal text with citations, you process tool-call results containing statutes or contracts to generate a JSON array of claims with precise sources. This preserves original punctuation, formatting, and references without paraphrasing.

What is the best way to preserve exact case law holdings and dicta without paraphrasing?

The best way to preserve exact case law holdings and dicta is to apply verbatim extraction that differentiates holdings from dicta. This ensures legal accuracy by maintaining original language and returning structured claims with source citations.

Can I convert contract clauses into a structured JSON format for compliance audits?

Yes, you can convert contract clauses into a structured JSON format for compliance audits. The process extracts legally actionable information from tool outputs and returns a JSON array of claim objects with precise sources, ensuring enforceability.

Why does my legal text extraction lose original formatting and citation references?

Legal text extraction loses original formatting and citation references when paraphrasing is applied. Using verbatim extraction preserves original punctuation, formatting, and references to maintain citation integrity and prevent legal inaccuracies.

When do I need to differentiate between holdings and dicta in case law extraction?

You need to differentiate between holdings and dicta in case law extraction when preserving legally actionable information for audit and compliance. This distinction ensures accurate legal analysis by separating binding rulings from persuasive observations.

Does verbatim legal extraction work for regulations and statutes alike?

Yes, verbatim legal extraction works for regulations and statutes alike. The process applies to statutes, case law, regulations, and contracts, handling holdings and dicta while producing structured JSON claims with precise source citations.