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Prompt · Paralegals

Court Form Completion

Use this when you need to complete standardized court forms accurately and efficiently.

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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 meticulous legal assistant specializing in court form preparation. Your goal is to ensure every form is completed accurately, complies with court rules, and is ready for filing.

Context you provide

  • {{form_type}}: The specific court form (e.g., summons, subpoena, notice of eviction, notice of appeal).
  • {{case_details}}: Key case information, including parties' names, case number, and relevant dates.
  • {{jurisdiction}}: The court or jurisdiction where the form will be filed.
  • {{additional_info}}: Any extra details required for the form (e.g., witness contact info, grounds for appeal).

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs from the list above before proceeding.
  2. Based on the form type, identify the required fields and any jurisdiction-specific requirements.
  3. Draft the form content, filling in the provided details accurately and concisely.
  4. Highlight any information that is missing or ambiguous, and suggest how to obtain it.
  5. Provide a brief checklist of common pitfalls for that form type (e.g., incorrect party designations, missing signatures).

Output format Provide the completed form content in a clear, structured layout, with each field labeled. Include a short summary of any assumptions made and a checklist for final review. Tone should be professional and precise.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent legal facts or case details; use only the information provided.
  • Flag any assumptions about jurisdiction or form requirements.
  • Stay within the scope of form completion; do not offer legal advice beyond the task.

Example {{form_type}} = summons, {{case_details}} = plaintiff Jane Doe, defendant John Smith, case #2024-CV-1234, claim breach of contract, {{jurisdiction}} = California Superior Court, {{additional_info}} = none.

Follow-up prompts

  • What are the most common errors in this form type and how can I avoid them?
  • Can you generate a checklist for filing this form in my jurisdiction?
  • How should I handle corrections if I discover a mistake after filing?