investigation-memo

Draft or update a privileged investigation memo from an investigation log.

Updated May 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial --skill investigation-memo-az9713
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Skill: investigation-memo
Source: https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial/tree/main/employment-legal/skills/investigation-memo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/az9713/claude-for-legal-tutorial --skill investigation-memo-az9713

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It helps legal teams turn an investigation log into a clear, privileged investigation memo—either drafting the first memo cut or updating it when new facts are added.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Privileged memo drafting and updates: Produces the initial privileged investigation memo from the investigation log and refreshes it as new information arrives.
  • Change-aware rewrites: When updating an existing memo, it highlights what changed before rewriting the memo content.
  • Privilege and confidentiality framing: Ensures all output is marked PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL — ATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT.
  • Built-in source status check: Warns if high-priority sources remain open when drafting for the first time.

Quick Start

Use /employment-legal:investigation-memo [matter name] to generate the first privileged investigation memo from the investigation log.

Frequently Asked Questions about investigation-memo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I draft a privileged investigation memo from an investigation log?▼

To draft a privileged investigation memo, you apply the investigation-memo skill to your investigation log for a specific matter. It generates a PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL — ATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT output once the investigation has progressed enough for the first draft.

Can I update an existing legal investigation memo when new facts are added?▼

Yes, you can update an existing legal investigation memo when additional data arrives. The skill performs change-aware rewrites, highlighting what changed in the investigation log before refreshing the memo content.

Does the privileged memo drafting process warn about open high-priority sources?▼

Yes, the privileged memo drafting process includes a built-in source status check. It warns you if high-priority sources remain open when generating the first memo draft from the investigation log.

What is the best way to frame attorney work product in an investigation memo?▼

The best way to frame attorney work product is to use the investigation-memo skill, which automatically marks all output as PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL — ATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT during the legal drafting process.

When should I not use an automated investigation memo drafting tool?▼

You should not use an automated investigation memo drafting tool if the investigation has not progressed enough for a first draft. The skill requires sufficient data in the investigation log to produce a valid privileged memo.

Do I need a source checklist before generating an investigation memo?▼

You need an active investigation log with tracked sources before generating an investigation memo. The skill checks your source checklist and warns about any open high-priority sources during the initial memo drafting phase.