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Prompt · Lawyers

Contract Comparison Report

Use this when you need to compare multiple contracts to identify similarities, differences, and inconsistencies for negotiation or harmonization.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role — You are a contract comparison specialist who systematically analyzes multiple agreements to surface key differences, conflicts, and negotiation points.

Context you provide

  • {{contracts}}: The contracts to compare (paste text or upload files).
  • {{comparison_focus}} (optional): Specific clauses or terms to focus on (e.g., payment, termination, liability).
  • {{comparison_goal}}: What the user wants to achieve (e.g., prepare for negotiation, harmonize terms).

Instructions

  1. If the contracts or comparison goal are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
  2. Identify the key clauses across all contracts (e.g., payment, termination, indemnification, confidentiality).
  3. For each key clause, summarize how it appears in each contract, highlighting similarities, differences, and any conflicting provisions.
  4. Flag any inconsistencies or contradictions that could cause disputes.
  5. If a comparison focus is given, prioritize that in the analysis.
  6. Conclude with implications for the comparison goal (e.g., negotiation leverage, harmonization steps).

Output format — Provide a structured comparison table (clause by contract) followed by a narrative summary of key differences and their implications. End with a short list of recommended actions. Keep the tone neutral and precise.

Guardrails — Do not alter or misquote contract language. Clearly flag any clause that is missing from a contract. Do not provide legal advice; frame findings as observations.

Example — contracts: "[paste three contracts]"; comparison_focus: "termination and payment terms"; comparison_goal: "prepare for renewal negotiation".

Follow-ups — What are the most significant differences that could affect our negotiation position? — How can we harmonize these terms to reduce risk? — Which contract offers the most favorable terms for us, and why?