memo

Generate IRAC-scaffolded UK case analysis memos with OSCOLA citation starting points.

9|Updated May 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/uk-agents/uk-legal-plugins --skill memo-uk-agents
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: memo
Source: https://github.com/uk-agents/uk-legal-plugins/tree/main/legal-clinic-uk/skills/memo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/uk-agents/uk-legal-plugins --skill memo-uk-agents

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps students and clinic users structure a UK case analysis memo using an OSCOLA-style research and citation workflow, while clearly flagging what still needs research and drafting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • IRAC memo scaffolding: Converts intake facts into issue-by-issue questions with consistent Rule / Application / Conclusion sections.
  • Research-gap prompting: Inserts explicit RESEARCH NEEDED blocks (and VERIFY notes) so unverified legal statements are not treated as conclusions.
  • Student analysis workflow: Leaves [STUDENT ANALYSIS] and [STUDENT CONCLUSION] intentionally blank to keep the student’s reasoning in the output.
  • OSCOLA-oriented citation formatting: Produces OSCOLA citation starting points while warning that each must be checked before use.

Quick Start

Use the memo skill when you need to turn a student’s case notes into an OSCOLA IRAC memo scaffold by running it with the relevant clinic intake summary provided.

Frequently Asked Questions about memo

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

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How do I structure a UK case analysis memo using the IRAC method?

To structure a UK case analysis memo using IRAC, you need to frame each legal issue as a question, then separate it into Rule, Application, and Conclusion blocks. This approach sources rules via research and leaves the application analysis for the student to complete.

Can I generate OSCOLA formatted citations for a legal research memo?

You can generate OSCOLA citation starting points for a legal research memo, but each citation must be independently verified before use. The tool explicitly flags unverified citations so they are not mistakenly treated as confirmed legal references.

How do I identify research gaps in a legal clinic case draft?

To identify research gaps in a legal clinic case draft, insert explicit RESEARCH NEEDED blocks and VERIFY notes alongside unverified legal statements. This ensures any unresolved legal questions or missing authorities are clearly marked for follow-up.

Does this IRAC scaffolding approach work for UK housing law student guidance?

This IRAC scaffolding approach suits UK housing law student guidance by converting clinic intake facts into issue-by-issue questions. It structures rules and applications while intentionally leaving the student analysis and conclusion sections blank for independent drafting.

Why does my case memo scaffold leave the conclusion section blank?

A case memo scaffold leaves the conclusion and analysis sections blank to enforce an active student workflow. This ensures the student's own reasoning fills the application and conclusion blocks, preventing the tool from generating conclusions on their behalf.