matter-briefing

Aggregate posture, changes, deadlines, and open questions from legal matter files.

Updated May 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gtgspot/clegal --skill matter-briefing-gtgspot
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Skill: matter-briefing
Source: https://github.com/gtgspot/clegal/tree/main/litigation-legal/skills/matter-briefing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gtgspot/clegal --skill matter-briefing-gtgspot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates deep briefing on a single legal matter, consolidating posture, changes, upcoming deadlines, open questions, and risk reassessment for GC updates or outside counsel calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Consolidates current posture from matter.md, history from history.md, and risk calibration from CLAUDE.md to produce a structured briefing.
  • Flags staleness when last_updated > 30 days and suggests next steps to refresh the matter workspace.
  • Supports a conflicts gate and delivers a clear next-steps decision tree for counsel.

Quick Start

Trigger a briefing for a specific matter using the /litigation-legal:matter-briefing [slug] command.

Frequently Asked Questions about matter-briefing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate an up-to-date briefing for outside counsel on a litigation matter?

Generate a litigation matter briefing by aggregating posture, history, deadlines, and open questions from matter.md, history.md, and _log.yaml. The briefing updates risk assessments and conflicts checks, providing a structured summary for counsel calls.

Does the matter briefing skill flag outdated legal matter files?

Yes, the matter briefing skill flags staleness when the last_updated field exceeds 30 days. It identifies outdated workspace files and suggests specific next steps to refresh the matter history and current posture before generating the briefing.

How do I check for conflicts and reassess risk before a counsel call?

Check conflicts and reassess risk by running a matter briefing, which operates a built-in conflicts gate and reads risk calibration data. It consolidates these checks into a clear next-steps decision tree for counsel.

What files are required to produce a structured matter briefing?

Producing a structured matter briefing requires matter.md for current posture, history.md for matter history, and _log.yaml for workspace state. It also reads risk calibration configurations from CLAUDE.md to ensure the briefing reflects the latest updates.

When do I need an automated matter briefing for a legal matter workspace?

You need an automated matter briefing when preparing for GC updates or outside counsel calls. It consolidates matter posture, recent changes, upcoming deadlines, and open questions into a concise summary, automating deep briefing on a single legal matter.

Can I use the matter briefing skill for non-litigation legal matters?

The matter briefing skill is designed specifically for litigation-legal matter workspaces. It reads litigation-specific files like matter.md and history.md to deliver structured briefings and next-steps decision trees tailored for litigation counsel.