How to Use the UniCourt MCP in Windsurf

Q: What data does UniCourt manage regarding document orders in Windsurf?

When you order a court document using ordercasedocument, the system tracks it. You can then use getdocumentordercallback to get the actual file URL when the document is ready.

Q: Can UniCourt analyze case count analytics in Windsurf?

Sure thing. Run getcasecountanalytics to get a breakdown of how many cases exist for different types. This gives you an immediate picture of the overall volume.

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Track Case Statuses

Tell Cascade to `track_case` a specific case number. It monitors the record and alerts you when updates hit, so you don't have to check back later. Need an update on a document? Run `get_case_update_status`. This checks if the court data you requested is ready, saving you from waiting for manual confirmation.

Importing Court Records

The agent can handle case imports. Use `import_pacer_case` to bring in a full record that UniCourt doesn't have yet. Otherwise, just run `import_case` for high-priority records right away. Want the data dumped? Initiate a request with `request_case_export`. This starts the process of getting all case files zipped up for you.

Finding People and Firms

Need to know about an attorney or firm? The agent can find them by running searches. Try `search_norm_attorney` or maybe check out a law group using `search_norm_law_firm`. You also get detailed analytics for people in the system. Run `get_norm_judge` to pull judge stats, or use `get_norm_party` for party details.

Setup guide

Set up UniCourt MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

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

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the UniCourt MCP

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

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my UniCourt payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the UniCourt tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

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

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Common questions about UniCourt MCP in Windsurf

You just tell Windsurf the case name or number. The agent uses the `search_cases` tool to pull up matching records instantly. It handles the whole process, so you don't need multiple steps.

Yep. If your PACER account credentials are old or gone, use `update_pacer_credential`. This keeps your access live and functional for the agent to read the data.

When you order a court document using `order_case_document`, the system tracks it. You can then use `get_document_order_callback` to get the actual file URL when the document is ready.

The server handles case records and associated party details, which are types of legal and personal identifiers. Always confirm your usage rights before running any tool that processes this kind of sensitive information.

Sure thing. Run `get_case_count_analytics` to get a breakdown of how many cases exist for different types. This gives you an immediate picture of the overall volume.

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