How to Use the UniCourt MCP in Cursor

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

In Agent mode, prompt the AI to use searchcases. The generated code will include the necessary function call and parameters based on your request. You'll get live data responses injected right into the editor.

Q: Can I reliably retrieve normalized judge information with UniCourt using Cursor?

Yes, use getnormjudge or searchnormjudge. The AI will generate code that handles these structured outputs correctly, making the data instantly usable in your functions.

Q: Does UniCourt support scheduling updates with Cursor?

You can implement scheduled tasks by calling trackcase or tracknormattorney. The code generated will set up the necessary recurring calls, letting you build background processes that monitor legal changes.

Write working legal data calls directly into your codebase with Cursor and the UniCourt MCP Server.

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Import or retrieve case records.

Need a specific case record in your function? Use `get_case` to pull details for any given case ID. If you're starting from scratch, the `import_pacer_case` tool lets you bring in data from PACER that isn't already indexed by UniCourt. You can also initiate a high-priority load using `import_case` when you know exactly what records your script needs to process right away.

Query normalized legal entities.

Instead of parsing raw text for names, just query the structure. Use functions like `search_norm_attorney`, `search_norm_judge`, or `search_norm_law_firm` to get structured data objects. Your code can then use these objects directly without messy string manipulation. This level of normalization makes writing reliable legal code much simpler.

Manage credentials and tracking.

When your application needs live access, don't hardcode tokens. Use `get_norm_law_firm` to verify a firm's status, or schedule recurring refreshes with `track_norm_law_firm`. The server also keeps track of your PACER credentials via `get_pacer_credential`, so you always know if the connection is good. This approach makes your codebase robust and easier to maintain.

Setup guide

Set up UniCourt MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the UniCourt MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent UniCourt transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the UniCourt tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about UniCourt MCP in Cursor

In Agent mode, prompt the AI to use `search_cases`. The generated code will include the necessary function call and parameters based on your request. You'll get live data responses injected right into the editor.

Yes, use `get_norm_judge` or `search_norm_judge`. The AI will generate code that handles these structured outputs correctly, making the data instantly usable in your functions.

You can implement scheduled tasks by calling `track_case` or `track_norm_attorney`. The code generated will set up the necessary recurring calls, letting you build background processes that monitor legal changes.

The server manages PACER account credentials. You can interact with them by calling `update_pacer_credential` to ensure your application always has valid authentication tokens for the APIs.

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

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