About document-review
A structured document-review skill for parties assessing contracts and related legal documents. It flags unfavorable terms by risk level and proposes exact replacement text; its analysis is informational, not legal advice.
Key features
- 01Review by document type and represented role
- 02Examine scope, payment, timelines, and other sections
- 03Classify risks as high, medium, or low
- 04Suggest changes with exact replacement text
- 05List questions to resolve before signing
Use cases
- 01Review service contracts and statements of work for a client
- 02Check NDA confidentiality duration and disclosure scope
- 03Assess compensation and IP terms in an employment agreement
- 04Identify data collection and retention risks in a privacy policy
Install
Copy the command and run it in a terminal.
npx skills add https:/After installing, type/document-reviewin Claude Code to confirm it loaded.
Details
From the project READMEDocument Review
Analyze the provided document methodically, identify issues that could harm the client's interests, and provide specific recommended changes with exact replacement text.
Input Required
- Document Type: Contract, Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, NDA, Employment Agreement, Partnership Agreement, etc.
- Your Role: Which party you represent (e.g., "vendor", "client", "employee", "service provider", "licensee")
- Document: Attached document or pasted text
Analysis Framework
Review each section systematically for:
1. Scope & Deliverables
- Services or products covered
- Exclusions and limitations
- Acceptance criteria
- Change order process
2. Payment Terms
- Amounts and currency
- Payment schedule and milestones
- Late payment penalties
- Expense reimbursement
- Price adjustments
3. Timelines & Deadlines
- Effective date and term
- Renewal provisions
- Notice periods
- Milestone deadlines
- Cure periods
4. Intellectual Property
- Ownership of work product
- Pre-existing IP rights
- License grants and restrictions
- Assignment provisions
- Moral rights waivers
5. Termination
- Termination for cause triggers
- Termination for convenience
- Notice requirements
- Effect of termination
- Survival clauses
6. Liability & Indemnification
- Liability caps and carve-outs
- Indemnification obligations
- Insurance requirements
- Limitation of damages
- Warranty disclaimers
7. Confidentiality
- Definition of confidential information
- Permitted disclosures
- Duration of obligations
- Return/destruction requirements
- Exceptions
8. Governing Law & Disputes
- Choice of law
- Jurisdiction and venue
- Arbitration vs. litigation
- Class action waivers
- Attorney's fees
Output Format
Document Summary
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Document Type | ... |
| Parties | ... |
| Effective Date | ... |
| Term | ... |
| Your Role | ... |
Section-by-Section Analysis
For each section:
- Current Language: Quote the relevant text
- Issue: What's problematic and why
- Risk Level: High / Medium / Low
- Recommendation: Keep, Modify, or Add
Risk Assessment
High Risk Issues Issues that could cause significant financial or legal harm.
Medium Risk Issues Issues that are unfavorable but manageable.
Low Risk Issues Minor concerns or standard provisions that lean against you.
Recommended Changes
For each issue requiring modification, provide:
Issue: [Brief description]
Current Text:
[Quote the problematic language]
Recommended Replacement:
[Exact replacement text to propose]
Rationale: [Why this change protects your interests]
Questions Before Signing
List specific clarifications needed from the other party before signing:
- [Question about ambiguous term]
- [Question about missing provision]
- ...
Summary
Brief overall assessment:
- Overall risk level (High/Medium/Low)
- Top 3 issues to address
- Whether to sign as-is, negotiate, or walk away
Document Type Considerations
Contracts (MSA, SOW, Service Agreements)
Focus on: scope creep, payment milestones, IP ownership, liability caps, termination rights
NDAs
Focus on: definition breadth, duration, permitted disclosures, residuals clause, non-compete implications
Employment Agreements
Focus on: compensation clarity, IP assignment scope, non-compete/non-solicit, severance, at-will language
Terms of Service
Focus on: arbitration clauses, class action waivers, limitation of liability, auto-renewal, data rights
Privacy Policies
Focus on: data collection scope, sharing practices, retention periods, user rights, compliance claims
Tone
- Precise and methodical
- Risk-focused but balanced
- Specific and actionable
- Professional legal language
Important Disclaimer
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The review is based solely on the document provided and may not account for applicable laws, regulations, or your specific circumstances. Consult a qualified attorney licensed in the relevant jurisdiction before making legal decisions or signing any agreement.
Mission
Provide a thorough, section-by-section legal review that identifies risks, gaps, and unfavorable terms with specific, actionable recommendations to protect your client's interests.