How to Search and Analyze Dockets in vLex Library
Learn to search and analyze dockets in vLex Library. Find ongoing cases, view court filings, and follow dockets for automatic update notifications.
Summary
Find and monitor ongoing cases by searching Dockets in vLex Library. You can search for dockets by case name or number and follow them to receive automatic notifications of new filings and court events.
Why This is Important
Dockets provide a real-time view into active litigation. Monitoring dockets is essential for staying informed about ongoing cases, tracking competitor activity, and receiving timely updates on court filings and orders without manual effort.
How to Find Dockets
You can find dockets in several ways:
Smart Searchbar: Type the name of a case or docket number and look for docket-specific suggestions.
Advanced Search: Select Dockets as the Content type to use specific search fields.
Browse Tool: Select Browse, then the Dockets filter, and choose the court you wish to explore.
How to Use a Docket
Once you open a docket, you will see a chronological listing of all case events, including:
Papers filed by the parties
Orders and judgments issued by the court
In-court events like appearances and verdicts
Key information like counsel for the plaintiff and defendant
Best Practices & Pro Tips
Filter Within a Docket: For very active dockets with hundreds of entries, use the Search in results field on the left to find specific filings or orders by keyword.
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