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Write structured legal memorandums — issue, rule, analysis, conclusion (IRAC) — for internal use, client advice, or academic purposes.
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| name | legal-memo |
| description | Write structured legal memorandums — issue, rule, analysis, conclusion (IRAC) — for internal use, client advice, or academic purposes. |
| version | 1.0.0 |
| author | Gnostor Community |
| license | MIT |
| metadata | {"hermes":{"tags":["legal","memo","IRAC","analysis","writing","legal-writing","opinion"]}} |
Write professional legal memorandums using established legal writing structures — IRAC, CREAC, or office memo format — for any legal question.
Disclaimer: Legal memos are analytical documents. They do not constitute legal advice. Review by a licensed attorney required for reliance in legal proceedings.
Issue: What legal question does this memo address?
Rule: What is the applicable law? (statute, regulation, case law)
Analysis: How does the rule apply to the facts?
- Arguments for each side
- Weight of authority
- Key distinctions
Conclusion: What is the answer to the issue?
MEMORANDUM
TO: [Recipient]
FROM: [Author]
DATE: [Date]
RE: [Subject — the legal question in one sentence]
---
## QUESTION PRESENTED
[One sentence statement of the legal issue in the context of the facts]
## BRIEF ANSWER
[One paragraph direct answer — the conclusion first, then the key reason]
## FACTS
[Operative facts — only those legally relevant to the analysis]
## DISCUSSION
### Issue 1: [Subheading]
**Rule:** [Applicable law stated]
**Analysis:**
[Application of rule to facts; competing arguments; weight of authority]
**Conclusion on Issue 1:** [Direct answer]
### Issue 2: [Subheading]
[Repeat structure]
## CONCLUSION
[Overall answer to the Question Presented; recommended course of action if applicable]
Formal version for external use: