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Multi-Jurisdiction Comparison
When advising clients operating across state lines, evaluating forum selection, or conducting a 50-state survey.
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The Prompt
Compare the law across the following jurisdictions on this topic: Legal topic: [DESCRIBE THE SPECIFIC LEGAL ISSUE] Jurisdictions to compare: [LIST STATES OR COUNTRIES] Key questions to answer for each jurisdiction: 1. [QUESTION 1 — e.g., Is a non-compete enforceable?] 2. [QUESTION 2 — e.g., What is the maximum duration?] 3. [QUESTION 3 — e.g., Is garden leave required?] 4. [QUESTION 4 — e.g., What consideration is required?] Format the output as a comparison table with: - Rows = each question - Columns = each jurisdiction - Cell content = concise answer with statutory or case citation Below the table, provide: 1. Key takeaways — which jurisdictions are most/least favorable 2. Recent trends — any jurisdictions that recently changed their approach 3. Practical recommendation based on the comparison IMPORTANT: Flag any jurisdiction where you are uncertain about current law.
Example Output
A comparison table covering 3-6 jurisdictions with citations, followed by a practical analysis of which jurisdiction is most favorable.
Tips
- •Limit to 3-6 jurisdictions per query for better accuracy.
- •Specify the date — laws change frequently, especially in employment and privacy.
- •Always verify with a jurisdiction-specific practitioner for high-stakes decisions.
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