How to Use the UniCourt MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

Q: How does UniCourt help me search for cases using OpenAI Agents SDK?

You just call searchcases and pass in your criteria. The agent returns a list of matches instantly, letting you narrow down the results quickly.

Q: Can I track updates on UniCourt court records with OpenAI Agents SDK?

Yes, use the trackcase tool. It automatically monitors case files for changes and alerts your agent when new activity pops up.

Q: How do I import cases into UniCourt using OpenAI Agents SDK?

You have two options: use the high-priority importcase tool for existing records, or call importpacercase if the case hasn't been added to UniCourt yet.

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Connect UniCourt MCP to OpenAI Agents SDK

Create your Vinkius account to connect UniCourt to OpenAI Agents SDK and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Track Legal Progress with OpenAI Agents SDK

The `track_case` tool automatically updates case files on a schedule. Your agent checks for changes, so you don't have to manually check the docket every day. You can also set up recurring refreshes using `track_norm_attorney` or `track_norm_law_firm`. This keeps your source data current without any manual intervention.

Search and Analyze Case Data via MCP Server

Want to find court cases? Use the `search_cases` tool. It lets you filter by criteria like case name, so you pull up exactly what you need fast. Need deep data dives? Check out `get_case_count_analytics`. This gives you analytics on how many cases fall under specific types across UniCourt.

Manage Credentials and Exports for OpenAI Agents SDK

It's important to keep your access current. Use `get_pacer_credential` or `update_pacer_credential` to manage your PACER account status right from the agent. You stay logged in, period. When you need a bulk download, the MCP Server handles requests through `request_case_export`. This sends you a ZIP file with all the case data you asked for.

Setup guide

Set up UniCourt MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

Prerequisites

Python 3.10+ installed
openai-agents package (pip install openai-agents)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Install the SDK

Run pip install openai-agents to install the OpenAI Agents SDK. The MCP integration is built-in — no extra dependencies needed.
2

Connect via SSE transport

Use MCPServerSse with your Vinkius endpoint URL. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. The SDK auto-discovers all UniCourt tools at runtime.
3

Create your Agent

Pass the MCP to Agent(mcp_servers=[server]). The agent receives UniCourt tools as native definitions — JSON schemas resolve automatically.
4

Run the agent

Call Runner.run(agent, prompt) to execute. The agent invokes the appropriate UniCourt tools and returns structured results. Copy the full example on the right to get started.

agent.py

import asyncio
from agents import Agent, Runner
from agents.mcp import MCPServerSse

async def main():
    async with MCPServerSse(
        url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    ) as server:
        agent = Agent(
            name="UniCourt Agent",
            instructions="You have access to UniCourt tools.",
            mcp_servers=[server],
        )
        result = await Runner.run(agent, "List recent transactions")
        print(result.final_output)

asyncio.run(main())

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Common questions about UniCourt MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

You just call `search_cases` and pass in your criteria. The agent returns a list of matches instantly, letting you narrow down the results quickly.

Yes, use the `track_case` tool. It automatically monitors case files for changes and alerts your agent when new activity pops up.

This server touches sensitive court records, specifically case names, document orders, and party details. We handle this data through secure credential management via `get_pacer_credential`.

You have two options: use the high-priority `import_case` tool for existing records, or call `import_pacer_case` if the case hasn't been added to UniCourt yet.

Absolutely. You can search and get analytics on normalized attorneys, judges, law firms, or parties using dedicated tools like `search_norm_attorney`.

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