• ALERTS
  • RECORDS
  • SUMMARIES
  • HUMAN

How to monitor court docket activity with your AI

Connect Docket Alarm to your AI client to automate litigation tracking. Your agent handles the monitoring so you don't have to manually check court websites.

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Short answer

How can I monitor court dockets with AI?

Your AI uses Docket Alarm to watch specific case numbers and pull the latest filings. It can then notify you the moment a new entry appears on the docket. You'll see a breakdown of how this works below.

The outcomes.

Where your data lands.

The AI turns raw court data into actionable updates in your chat.

ALERTS

Real-time filing notifications

The AI monitors specific case identifiers and flags new activity. You get notified as soon as the docket changes.

RECORDS

Complete docket history

Your agent pulls the full list of filings and orders for any case you specify. It keeps your local records current.

SUMMARIES

Instant motion analysis

The AI reads through new filings to tell you exactly what was just submitted. It identifies the parties and the nature of the motion.

HUMAN

Strategic decision making

The AI identifies the changes, but you decide how to respond to the new filings. It prepares the facts so you can make the call.

The workflow

What your AI does when a new filing arrives.

The AI acts as a bridge between court records and your workspace.

  1. Watch the case

    You tell the AI which case to keep an eye on. It stays attached to that specific matter to catch any movement.

    track_case

  2. Pull the record

    When activity is detected, the AI fetches the most recent entries from the court system.

    get_docket

  3. Isolate updates

    The AI compares the new data against what it saw previously to find the specific new filing.

    get_docket

  4. Alert the user

    The AI presents the new filing details in your chat interface so you can act.

    track_case

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to kick off your litigation tracking.

Starting points

Replace the bracketed text with your actual case numbers or party names.

Docket Alarm Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_a5jH6Q2RrRzyhzFrK3qqmA6DIUyfuywSd5vsjvDR/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Docket Alarm capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "docket-alarm-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_a5jH6Q2RrRzyhzFrK3qqmA6DIUyfuywSd5vsjvDR/mcp"
    }
  }
}
Copy into chat04

  • Track case number 2:30-cv-01234 and tell me when a new motion is filed.

  • Get the latest docket entries for the Smith v. Jones matter.

  • Watch case 1:22-cv-05678 for any new orders from the judge.

  • Check the docket for case 4:21-cv-09876 and summarize the last three filings.

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Start here

Connect Docket Alarm once, then ask.

Log in to your Docket Alarm account through the secure connection. Once linked, your AI can immediately start pulling case data.

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FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI file motions for me?

    No. The AI can only read and monitor docket data. You must handle all filings and court submissions yourself.

  • 02

    Does the AI update the court records?

    No. The AI is a read-only connection to Docket Alarm. It cannot change or delete anything in the court's system.

  • 03

    How often does it check for updates?

    The frequency depends on the tracking setup you request from your AI client.

  • 04

    Can I track multiple cases at once?

    Yes. You can instruct your AI to track several different case numbers simultaneously.

  • 05

    Do I need a Docket Alarm subscription?

    Yes. You must have an active account to provide the data the AI needs to access.

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