CourtListener FAQs

Question 1

What types of data can I access using CourtListener?

Accepted Answer

Users can access a vast database of court opinions, detailed case information, and federal PACER dockets. This includes full opinion texts, similar case precedents, judge's ruling patterns, and procedural requirements.

Question 2

How many courts are covered by CourtListener's research tools?

Accepted Answer

CourtListener provides extensive coverage across 3,352 U.S. courts. This includes a wide range of federal, state, and specific jurisdictional courts, ensuring comprehensive nationwide legal research.

Question 3

Does CourtListener integrate with PACER, and what features require premium access?

Accepted Answer

Yes, CourtListener integrates with the RECAP Archive for federal PACER data, offering basic search for dockets. Premium access to the CourtListener API unlocks advanced features like detailed docket entry analysis, full document text extraction, and comprehensive timeline analysis.

Question 4

What is CourtListener and how does it help with legal research?

Accepted Answer

CourtListener is a powerful software tool that leverages the CourtListener API to provide comprehensive legal research capabilities across 3,352 U.S. courts. It allows users to search cases by natural language, retrieve full opinion text, analyze judicial patterns, and track legal trends.

Question 5

Is an API key required to use CourtListener?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an API key from CourtListener.com is required to authenticate and utilize the tool's full range of legal research features and access its underlying data.

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