Feature Overview
Legal documents often span hundreds of pages, and finding specific information quickly can be challenging—especially under time constraints. Legistify’s AI-powered “Ask Questions on This Case” feature solves this by allowing users to ask natural-language questions related to a case and instantly receive precise, contextual answers derived from the legal documents.
This helps legal teams retrieve crucial information without manually combing through pages of content—improving accuracy, saving time, and enabling smarter decision-making.
Context
The "Ask Questions on This Case" tool enables users to interact directly with case documents by asking questions. The AI scans the files and delivers answers based on facts, timelines, legal reasoning, and procedural information present within the case.
You can ask a wide range of specific questions, such as:
Was the complainant’s lawyer present during the last hearing?
What was stated in the order of a specific date?
Who presided over the hearing?
What relief is the petitioner seeking?
What is the status of the reply from the respondent?
What is the next scheduled hearing date?
The AI draws from the actual text of the uploaded case documents to provide accurate and relevant responses.
How to Ask Questions on This Case
Follow the steps below to use "Ask Questions on This Case":
Navigate to My Cases
From your main dashboard, go to the “My Cases” section.
2. Select or Search for the Relevant Case
Locate the desired case using the search bar or from the listed cases.
3. Access the Case Details Page
Click on the case name to enter its dedicated view.
4. Initiate Ask AI
On the right-hand side of the Case Dashboard, find and click on the “Ask AI” button in the actions panel.
5. Choose "Ask Questions on This Case"
From the four available AI options, select "Ask Questions on This Case."
6. Type Your Question
Enter your specific question in the input field and submit.
7. Receive an Answer
The AI will analyze the available documents and respond with a clear, concise answer based on the content.
Sample Interaction
Question: What is the relief sought by the petitioner?
Answer: The petitioner is seeking a writ of mandamus directing the municipal authority to regularize the disputed property under Section 230 of the Municipal Act.
Question: What is the next date of hearing?
Answer: The next hearing is scheduled for 3rd August 2024, as per the order dated 18th June 2025.
Key Benefits
Targeted Search
Get straight to the information you need without reading the entire document.Natural Language Input
Ask questions in plain English—no need for complex search commands.Time Efficiency
Eliminate manual document review and reduce turnaround time for legal analysis.Accuracy & Relevance
Answers are sourced from actual case files, ensuring they are contextually correct.Cross-Functional Utility
Enables even non-legal stakeholders to query documents and understand key case elements.
Conclusion
The "Ask Questions on This Case" feature transforms how legal teams interact with case documents by offering a faster, smarter way to retrieve critical insights. Instead of spending hours digging through files, users can now get real-time, AI-driven answers—making legal research and case preparation more efficient and effective.