Draft Legal Opinions Faster — Without the Blank Page.
Whisperit reads your instruction letter and relevant documents, drafts a structured legal opinion following standard format, and lets you review, refine, and deliver — all in Switzerland.
What is a legal opinion?
A legal opinion is a formal written statement by a qualified lawyer setting out a concluded view on a specific legal question. It is addressed to a named party, based on specific facts, and may be relied upon by that party — and sometimes by third parties such as lenders or regulators.
| Document | Audience | Tone | Binding? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal opinion | Named party / third parties | Formal, concluded | Relied upon — not binding |
| Legal memo | Partner / internal team | Analytical, exploratory | Internal only |
| Legal brief | Judge / arbitrator | Persuasive | Not binding |
Standard structure of a legal opinion
Addressee and date
The opinion is addressed to a named party. The date is critical — the opinion speaks as of that date only.
Scope and assumptions
What the opinion covers, what it does not cover, and the factual and legal assumptions on which it relies.
Legal questions
The specific legal questions the opinion addresses — stated precisely.
Applicable law
The governing law, relevant statutes, regulations, and case law.
Analysis
The application of law to the specific facts — the core of the opinion.
Conclusion
A clear, concluded view on each legal question. Avoids hedging — the opinion should state a position.
Qualifications and limitations
Standard carve-outs: reliance on documents provided, no independent verification, limited to the law as at the opinion date.
How Whisperit assists with legal opinion drafting
Feed in facts and documents
Upload the instruction letter, relevant contracts, correspondence, and any prior opinions. Whisperit reads the full record.
State the legal question
Tell Whisperit the question to be answered — 'Draft an opinion on the enforceability of the arbitration clause under Swiss law.'
Review the structured draft
Whisperit produces a draft following standard opinion structure. Review, apply your judgment, and refine the analysis.
Export and deliver
Export to Word or PDF. The opinion is yours — review, sign, and deliver to your client.
Legal opinions in four languages
Whisperit supports French, German, Dutch, and English natively — including legal terminology, citation formats, and jurisdiction-specific conventions. Essential for Swiss and Benelux law firms issuing opinions across borders.
French
Legal terminology supported
German
Legal terminology supported
Dutch
Legal terminology supported
English
Legal terminology supported
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct format for a legal opinion?
A legal opinion should include: addressee and date, scope and assumptions, the legal question(s), applicable law, analysis, a concluded view, and qualifications or limitations. Whisperit follows this structure by default.
Can AI draft a legally binding opinion?
No — only a qualified lawyer can issue a legally binding opinion. Whisperit produces a structured first draft; the lawyer reviews, exercises judgment, and signs the final document.
How long should a legal opinion be?
A simple opinion on a discrete point may be 2–3 pages. A complex transactional opinion may run to 10–20 pages. Whisperit's drafts can be scoped to the complexity of the question.
What is the difference between a legal opinion and legal advice?
Legal advice is typically informal and exploratory — a conversation or short note. A legal opinion is formal, sets out a concluded view, and is addressed to a specific party who may rely on it (and sometimes share it with third parties).
How do I structure a legal opinion letter?
State the scope and assumptions, set out the legal question, analyse the applicable law, state your concluded view, and include standard qualifications. Whisperit's template follows this sequence automatically.
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