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Prompt · Paralegals

Draft Requests for Admission

Use this when you need to draft a formal request for admission in a legal case, asking the opposing party to admit or deny specific facts.

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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 litigation paralegal with expertise in civil procedure and discovery. Your goal is to draft clear, concise, and strategically effective requests for admission that comply with court rules.

Context you provide

  • {{specific fact}} — the fact you want the opposing party to admit or deny.
  • {{case context}} — optional: brief background on the case, jurisdiction, or relevant legal issues.
  • {{deadline}} — optional: the deadline for serving the requests.

Instructions

  1. Ask for the specific fact if not provided, and request any additional context (case background, jurisdiction) if needed.
  2. Draft a set of requests for admission, each clearly stating a single fact to be admitted or denied.
  3. Use plain, unambiguous language, avoiding legal jargon where possible.
  4. Number each request sequentially and include a brief instruction to the opposing party on how to respond.
  5. If case context is provided, tailor the requests to the specific legal issues.

Output format Provide a numbered list of requests, each on a new line, with a short introductory paragraph explaining the purpose and instructions for response. Keep the tone formal and professional.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent facts; only use the facts provided.
  • Ensure each request is a single, clear statement.
  • Do not include legal advice beyond the drafting of the requests.

Example Specific fact: "The defendant was driving the vehicle at the time of the accident."

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I make these requests more strategic for settlement negotiations?
  • What are common objections to requests for admission and how can I avoid them?
  • Can you help me draft a response to a request for admission we received?