Litigation Support Getting Started: First Research Workflow

2 min. readlast update: 02.12.2026

This guide introduces Litigation Support and explains how to run your first legal research workflow.
It is designed for users using Litigation Support for the first time.

What Is Litigation Support Used For?

Litigation Support helps legal teams with research and analysis.

It is commonly used for:

  • Case law research
  • Statute and regulation review
  • Legal issue analysis
  • Preparing research summaries

It supports lawyers but does not replace legal judgment.


Accessing the Litigation Support Tool

To begin, open the Litigation Support section from the main menu.

This page is the starting point for all research tasks.


How to Provide Proper Context

Good results depend on clear context.

Always include:

  • Jurisdiction: Country, state, or court

  • Case facts: Key details and timeline

  • Legal issue: What you want to research

Poor context leads to inaccurate results.


Example: First Legal Research Prompt

Below is a simple first-use example.

Prompt example:

“Research breach of contract remedies under California law for late delivery in commercial agreements.”

This prompt includes:

  • Jurisdiction (California)

  • Legal topic (breach of contract)

  • Clear facts (late delivery)


Reviewing Research Results

After submission, the system generates results.

Results usually include:

  • Summary of relevant law

  • Key legal principles

  • Supporting case references

Use this output as a research starting point.


Using Citations and Sources

Always review citations before relying on results.

  • Check listed cases and statutes

  • Confirm sources independently

  • Use citations for deeper research

Validation is a critical step.


How to Validate AI Research Outputs

Follow these best practices:

  • Verify jurisdiction accuracy

  • Cross-check cited cases

  • Review statutory language manually

  • Apply professional judgment

AI speeds research, but lawyers confirm accuracy.


Best Practices for First-Time Users

  • Start with focused questions

  • Add facts gradually if needed

  • Avoid vague prompts

  • Save useful research sessions

These habits improve output quality.


Final Summary

Litigation Support is designed to:

  • Speed up legal research

  • Organize findings

  • Support better legal decisions

By providing clear context, reviewing citations, and validating outputs, users can confidently complete their first research workflow.


 
 
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