memo

Generate IRAC-scaffolded legal case analysis memos with research gaps.

Updated May 19, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/jrhueiueng/codex-for-legal --skill memo-jrhueiueng
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Skill: memo
Source: https://github.com/jrhueiueng/codex-for-legal/tree/main/plugins/jrhueiueng/codex-for-legal/skills/legal-clinic__memo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jrhueiueng/codex-for-legal --skill memo-jrhueiueng

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps students and legal clinic users structure an IRAC case analysis memo without guessing what to write next, while clearly flagging what must be researched.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • IRAC scaffolding for student drafting: Converts case notes into issue questions, then provides Research Needed rule blocks and Student Analysis application prompts, leaving conclusions blank.
  • Pedagogy-mode aware structure: Adapts output expectations to guide/assist/teach supervision posture read from a practice-area guide.
  • Research gap extraction: Pulls every RESEARCH NEEDED item into a single research-gaps summary to drive clinic workflow and follow-up.

Quick Start

Ask the memo skill to scaffold an IRAC case analysis from your intake summary and case notes for a law-clinic assignment in your jurisdiction.

Frequently Asked Questions about memo

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

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How do I scaffold an IRAC legal memo for a law clinic assignment?

To scaffold an IRAC legal memo, the skill converts case notes into issue questions, inserts Research Needed rule blocks, and adds Student Analysis prompts while leaving conclusions blank for clinic supervision review.

What is the best way to flag research gaps in a legal case analysis?

The best way to flag research gaps in a legal case analysis is to extract every Research Needed item into a single research-gaps summary, driving clinic workflow follow-up and ensuring no missing rules are overlooked.

Can I adapt legal memo drafting to different clinic supervision postures?

Yes, you can adapt legal memo drafting to different clinic supervision postures by reading pedagogy mode from a practice-area guide, adjusting output expectations across guide, assist, or teach postures.

Do I need a specific file to load jurisdiction context for legal case analysis?

Yes, you need to load practice and jurisdiction context from the clinic CLAUDE.md file before generating the IRAC case analysis memo to ensure accurate legal framing.

Why does the IRAC memo leave conclusions blank during student drafting?

The IRAC memo leaves conclusions blank during student drafting because it is designed for legal clinic teaching workflows where students must practice applying rules to facts and receive supervisor review.