Quick Legal Lookup Guide

Quick Legal Lookup is Whisperit's feature for getting fast, straightforward answers to simple legal questions. It's designed for when you need quick guidance without the depth of a full legal research analysis.

What is Quick Legal Lookup?

Quick Legal Lookup is a streamlined AI assistant mode that provides:

• Fast responses to straightforward legal questions • Concise answers without extensive citations • Quick clarification on basic legal concepts • Immediate guidance for time-sensitive queries • Simple explanations of legal terms or procedures

When to use Quick Legal Lookup

Use Quick Legal Lookup when you need:

• Quick answers: Simple questions that don't require deep analysis
• Time-sensitive guidance: Fast responses for urgent matters
• Concept clarification: Understanding basic legal terms or principles
• Procedural questions: Information about legal processes or requirements
• Initial exploration: Starting point before deeper research

When NOT to use Quick Legal Lookup

Don't use Quick Legal Lookup for:

• Complex legal matters requiring detailed analysis
• Questions that need comprehensive citations
• In-depth case law research
• Matters requiring nuanced legal interpretation
• Critical decisions where thorough research is essential

Instead, use Legal Research for these complex matters.

How to access Quick Legal Lookup

1. Open a case in Whisperit

2. Look for the AI Assistant panel

3. Select "Quick Legal Lookup" from the assistant options

4. Enter your question

5. Get your answer in seconds

Examples of good Quick Legal Lookup questions

Terminology

"What does 'force majeure' mean in contract law?"

Procedures

"What are the basic steps to file a trademark application?"

Deadlines

"What is the statute of limitations for breach of contract?"

Requirements

"What information is required in a non-disclosure agreement?"

Comparisons

"What's the difference between mediation and arbitration?"

Tips for effective Quick Legal Lookup queries

Be specific but concise

Ask direct questions that can be answered quickly. Avoid complex multi-part questions.

Focus on single concepts

One question at a time works best for quick lookups.

Include relevant context

Mention jurisdiction or specific area of law if relevant (e.g., "under Swiss law" or "in employment contracts").

Keep it simple

If your question requires a lengthy explanation, consider using Legal Research instead.

Understanding Quick Legal Lookup results

Quick Legal Lookup provides:

• Direct answers: Straightforward responses to your question
• Brief explanations: Concise clarification of concepts
• Practical guidance: Action-oriented information
• Quick references: Basic information without extensive citations

Combining Quick Lookup with other features

• Start with Quick Lookup: Get initial understanding, then use Legal Research for depth
• Follow up questions: Use Quick Lookup for clarifications during document drafting
• Quick checks: Verify basic information before deeper analysis
• Speed up workflow: Answer simple questions without interrupting your main task

Best practices

• Use for efficiency: Save time on straightforward questions
• Verify critical information: Double-check answers for important matters
• Know your limits: Switch to Legal Research when you need more detail
• Save common queries: Use the prompt management features for frequently asked questions
• Build on answers: Use Quick Lookup responses as starting points for further investigation