investigation-memo

Draft or update a privileged investigation memo from an investigation log.

Updated May 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial --skill investigation-memo-az9713
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Skill: investigation-memo
Source: https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial/tree/main/employment-legal/skills/investigation-memo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial --skill investigation-memo-az9713

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It helps legal teams turn an investigation log into a clear, privileged investigation memo—either drafting the first memo cut or updating it when new facts are added.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Privileged memo drafting and updates: Produces the initial privileged investigation memo from the investigation log and refreshes it as new information arrives.
  • Change-aware rewrites: When updating an existing memo, it highlights what changed before rewriting the memo content.
  • Privilege and confidentiality framing: Ensures all output is marked PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL — ATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT.
  • Built-in source status check: Warns if high-priority sources remain open when drafting for the first time.

Quick Start

Use /employment-legal:investigation-memo [matter name] to generate the first privileged investigation memo from the investigation log.

Frequently Asked Questions about investigation-memo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I draft a privileged investigation memo from an investigation log?

To draft a privileged investigation memo, you apply the investigation-memo skill to your investigation log for a specific matter. It generates a PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL — ATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT output once the investigation has progressed enough for the first draft.

Can I update an existing legal investigation memo when new facts are added?

Yes, you can update an existing legal investigation memo when additional data arrives. The skill performs change-aware rewrites, highlighting what changed in the investigation log before refreshing the memo content.

Does the privileged memo drafting process warn about open high-priority sources?

Yes, the privileged memo drafting process includes a built-in source status check. It warns you if high-priority sources remain open when generating the first memo draft from the investigation log.

What is the best way to frame attorney work product in an investigation memo?

The best way to frame attorney work product is to use the investigation-memo skill, which automatically marks all output as PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL — ATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT during the legal drafting process.

When should I not use an automated investigation memo drafting tool?

You should not use an automated investigation memo drafting tool if the investigation has not progressed enough for a first draft. The skill requires sufficient data in the investigation log to produce a valid privileged memo.

Do I need a source checklist before generating an investigation memo?

You need an active investigation log with tracked sources before generating an investigation memo. The skill checks your source checklist and warns about any open high-priority sources during the initial memo drafting phase.