matter-briefing

Consolidates intake narrative, event history, and risk calibration data into a briefing for a named matter.

Updated May 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial --skill matter-briefing-az9713
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: matter-briefing
Source: https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial/tree/main/litigation-legal/skills/matter-briefing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial --skill matter-briefing-az9713

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps litigators quickly produce a concise, up-to-date briefing on a specific matter so counsel can walk into a GC update or outside counsel call fully informed.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Matter posture briefing: Synthesizes the current status, what changed, and what is next from the matter workspace (matter.md, history.md, and the matters log).
  • Risk re-assessment check: Prompts a calibration review to verify the stored risk and materiality still match current facts.
  • Conflicts gate and staleness flag: Refuses to draft if the matter slug is not present in the matter log, and flags if the record is older than 30 days.

Quick Start

Ask the system to run /litigation-legal:matter-briefing with the matter slug for the case you want briefed.

Frequently Asked Questions about matter-briefing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a quick legal briefing for a matter before a stakeholder call?

To generate a legal matter briefing, provide the specific matter slug to run the briefing task. It synthesizes intake narrative, event history, and risk calibration data into a concise posture update for GC or outside counsel calls.

What is included in a matter status briefing for litigation updates?

A matter status briefing includes the current posture, recent changes, upcoming deadlines, and open questions. It consolidates workspace files like matter history and intake narratives to keep counsel fully informed for stakeholder updates.

How does risk assessment calibration work when preparing a matter briefing?

Risk assessment calibration verifies that stored risk and materiality levels still match current case facts. The briefing process prompts a re-assessment check to ensure the litigation risk data remains accurate before generating the update.

Can I draft a litigation briefing if the matter slug is missing from the matter log?

No, you cannot draft a litigation briefing if the matter slug is not present in the matter log. The conflicts gate enforces this requirement and refuses to draft the briefing to ensure proper matter tracking and conflict checks.

What happens if my matter workspace files are outdated when I request a briefing?

If your matter workspace files are outdated, the briefing system flags staleness when the record exceeds 30 days. This staleness detection ensures counsel is aware of potentially stale information before walking into a stakeholder update.

Does matter briefing require any external dependencies or plugins to work?

Matter briefing requires loading the risk calibration plugin to function properly. No other external dependencies are needed, as it relies on internal workspace files and the matter log to enforce the conflicts gate and generate the status update.