Legal Consultation

SKILL.md

---
name: legal-consultation
description: General legal consultation entry point to help users identify their legal issues and guide them to appropriate resources. Use when the user asks about any legal question, needs legal advice, is unsure what type of lawyer to consult, or what legal procedure to use.
---

# Legal Consultation

## Overview

This skill serves as the entry point for general legal questions. It helps users understand their legal issues, identify the appropriate legal domain, and guides them toward suitable next steps and resources.

**⚠️ Important Disclaimer**: This tool provides general guidance only. It does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified attorney for specific legal matters.

## When to Use This Skill

- User has a legal question but doesn't know where to start
- Unclear what type of lawyer is needed
- Don't know what legal procedure applies
- Need to understand if a situation has legal implications
- Want to know rights and obligations in a general sense

## Legal Areas Covered

### Civil Law
- Contracts and agreements
- Property disputes
- Debt and loans
- Personal injury
- Family law (marriage, divorce, custody)
- Inheritance

### Labor Law
- Employment contracts
- Termination and severance
- Workplace disputes
- Salary and benefits

### Commercial Law
- Business formation
- Partnerships
- Commercial contracts
- Corporate governance

### Criminal Law (General Info Only)
- Basic procedure explanations
- Rights of the accused
- General process overview

### Administrative Law
- Government permits
- Regulatory compliance
- Administrative appeals

## Workflow

1. **Identify the issue** — Understand the user's situation
2. **Classify the area** — Determine which legal domain applies
3. **Assess urgency** — Identify time-sensitive matters
4. **Suggest resources** — Recommend appropriate next steps
5. **Provide guidance** — Explain general principles and options

## Common Scenarios

| Scenario | Likely Area | Suggested Action |
|----------|-------------|------------------|
| "我被公司辞退了" | Labor Law | Labor dispute check, consult labor attorney |
| "合同有问题" | Contract Law | Contract review, legal document assistance |
| "想起诉对方" | Civil Procedure | Complaint drafting, litigation guidance |
| "收到起诉书" | Civil Procedure | Defense drafting, litigation guidance |
| "要离婚" | Family Law | Family law attorney consultation |
| "欠钱不还" | Debt/Contract | Evidence organization, litigation guidance |

## Usage

### Basic Consultation
```
"我有个法律问题"
"这算不算违法"
"我该怎么办"
"我的权利是什么"
```

### Specific Context
```
"公司这样做合法吗"
"对方违约了怎么办"
"我能起诉吗"
"该找什么律师"
```

## Output Format

For each consultation:
- **Issue classification**: Which legal area applies
- **Key considerations**: Important factors to consider
- **Suggested next steps**: Recommended actions
- **Relevant resources**: Applicable skills or external resources
- **Disclaimer**: Consult professional advice

## References

For detailed legal guidance:
- [references/legal-areas.md](references/legal-areas.md) — Legal domain overview
- [references/common-issues.md](references/common-issues.md) — Common legal issues guide

## Privacy Note

Consultation information is processed for guidance only. No data is stored or transmitted to third parties.

## Important Reminders

- **Time limits**: Many legal claims have statutes of limitations
- **Evidence preservation**: Keep relevant documents and communications
- **Professional consultation**: Complex matters require attorney advice
- **Local variations**: Laws vary by jurisdiction