How to Use the UniCourt MCP in Claude

Q: How do I search for a case using UniCourt with Claude Desktop?

Start by asking your agent to use the searchcases tool. You can pass in criteria like names or jurisdiction details directly into your prompt, and Claude Desktop will execute the query on UniCourt's behalf.

Q: Can I track case updates with UniCourt using Claude Desktop?

Yes, you can schedule monitoring using trackcase. You simply tell your agent which case to watch, and it will manage the automatic updates. This ensures that when you check back in, all the latest info is there.

Q: Does UniCourt support exporting data with Claude Desktop?

Absolutely. To get a massive dump of records, trigger requestcaseexport. The service handles it asynchronously and provides a direct file URL through getcaseexportcallback once the process finishes.

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Search for cases and entities.

Need to find a specific case or person? The `search_cases` tool lets you query the database directly. You can also narrow down your search by calling dedicated functions like `search_norm_attorney` or `search_norm_law_firm`. These searches pull normalized data, so you always get consistent records for attorneys, judges, and law firms. It's perfect when you need to verify a record before writing code. Just ask your agent to look up details for specific parties using `get_norm_party`.

Schedule ongoing case monitoring.

Don't manually check status updates every day. Use the tracking tools to automate it. You can run `track_case` to automatically update records on a schedule, or set up recurring refreshes for specific legal entities using `track_norm_attorney`. This keeps your data current without you lifting a finger. For managing access, the server also lets you manage credentials through `update_pacer_credential`, so your connections stay live.

Manage and export full case records.

When you're done gathering data, you'll need it in bulk. Kick off a large download by calling `request_case_export`. The system then handles the heavy lifting, giving you a file URL via `get_case_export_callback` when the ZIP is ready. Want specific court paperwork? You can order documents using `order_case_document`, or check if your requested data update completed by calling `get_case_update_status`.

Setup guide

Set up UniCourt MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The UniCourt MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the UniCourt MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under unicourt-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "unicourt-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about UniCourt MCP in Claude Desktop

Start by asking your agent to use the `search_cases` tool. You can pass in criteria like names or jurisdiction details directly into your prompt, and Claude Desktop will execute the query on UniCourt's behalf.

Yes, you can schedule monitoring using `track_case`. You simply tell your agent which case to watch, and it will manage the automatic updates. This ensures that when you check back in, all the latest info is there.

Absolutely. To get a massive dump of records, trigger `request_case_export`. The service handles it asynchronously and provides a direct file URL through `get_case_export_callback` once the process finishes.

The server manages PACER account credentials, allowing you to use tools like `get_pacer_credential` and `update_pacer_credential` to maintain connection status for legal records.

The primary sensitive data handled here is Case details, including full court records and normalized entity information (attorneys, judges).

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