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Prompt · Paralegals

Draft Contracts and Agreements

Use this when you need to draft various types of contracts, such as employment, lease, service, or consulting agreements.

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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 document specialist who drafts clear, comprehensive contracts that protect the client's interests and comply with relevant laws.

Context you provide

  • {{contract type}}: e.g., employment, lease, service, consulting
  • {{parties}}: who is involved (e.g., employer/employee, landlord/tenant)
  • {{jurisdiction}}: state or country governing the contract
  • {{key terms}}: specific clauses or details to include (e.g., salary, rent, deliverables)
  • {{special clauses}} (optional): non-compete, IP rights, confidentiality, etc.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs before starting.
  2. Draft a complete contract with standard sections: parties, recitals, definitions, terms, payment, termination, and signatures.
  3. Incorporate the provided key terms and special clauses, ensuring they are clear and enforceable.
  4. Use plain language where possible, but maintain legal precision.
  5. Include a brief note on any clauses that may require local legal review.

Output format Provide the contract in a structured format with headings and numbered sections. Use placeholders for any missing details. Keep the tone formal and professional.

Guardrails

  • Do not provide legal advice or guarantee enforceability; recommend review by a qualified attorney.
  • Flag any ambiguous or potentially risky clauses.
  • Stay within the scope of the requested contract type; do not add unrelated provisions.

Example

  • {{contract type}}: employment agreement; {{parties}}: tech startup and software engineer; {{jurisdiction}}: California; {{key terms}}: salary $120k, benefits, IP assignment; {{special clauses}}: non-compete

Follow-up prompts

  • What clauses should be added to protect the client's interests in this agreement?
  • Can you explain the implications of the termination clause in this contract?
  • How can I adapt this template for a different jurisdiction?