Prompt: Draft Client Status Update Letter

Tool:ChatGPT or Claude (free)
Difficulty:Beginner

The Prompt

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Write a client status update letter for a [practice area, e.g., personal injury] case. Status: [e.g., we filed the complaint, discovery is underway, deposition scheduled for next month]. Tone: reassuring, plain English, no legal jargon. 1–2 paragraphs.

Why It Works

Clients want updates in plain language. AI translates legal process steps into reassuring, readable prose your attorney can send in minutes.

Tips

  • Replace legal jargon in the output before sending
  • Have the attorney review — client communications are their responsibility
  • Add next steps and expected timeline after generating