Avvoka’s API empowers users to automate and integrate every stage of the document lifecycle—from templating and questionnaire generation to execution and storage—directly from your internal tools. Whether you're a developer, automation lead, or in legal ops, Avvoka's RESTful API provides the flexibility and scalability to streamline your contracting processes.
What Is an API, and Why Does It Matter?
API stands for Application Programming Interface. Think of it as a digital waiter that carries your order (request) to the kitchen (server) and brings the result (response) back. It enables different software systems to "talk" to each other using HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE).
For legal teams, this means:
Automating document creation at scale
Pulling real-time data from external systems into contracts
Sending executed documents to storage platforms or triggering workflows
Setting Up Your Avvoka API Environment
To start making requests to Avvoka, you’ll need:
Insomnia or another API platform (Postman, cURL, etc.)
An API Key and the API Host (e.g. https://api.avvoka.com)
Access to Avvoka’s developer documentation at developers.avvoka.com
You can configure your environment in Insomnia to store common variables like authentication headers and base URLs for reusability.
Anatomy of an API Call
Each API call includes:
Method: e.g. GET for retrieving, POST for creating
URI/Endpoint: the resource you’re interacting with (e.g. /documents)
Headers: metadata like Authorization: Bearer {API_KEY}
Request Body (for POST/PUT/PATCH): structured data (usually JSON)
Response: returned data or confirmation message.
Common API Request Types in Avvoka
Method | Purpose |
GET | Retrieve data (e.g. list all documents) |
POST | Create new resources (e.g. generate a document) |
PUT | Overwrite an entire existing resource |
PATCH | Update part of a resource (e.g. change document status) |
DELETE | Remove a document or user from the system |
Example: Use GET /documents to list all documents accessible to your account.
Creating Your First API Request
Open Insomnia and select your environment.
Create a new GET request to /documents.
Add your API key as an Authorization header.
Click Send—you should receive a list of documents with metadata like ID, title, and status.
You can also POST to /documents to generate a new contract based on a template and completed questionnaire inputs.
Advanced Usage: Chaining and Integrating Requests
You can chain requests dynamically using Insomnia’s environment variables and response chaining features.
For example:
GET /template-id → extract metadata
POST /generate-document using extracted values
PATCH /document-status once signature is completed
Use cases include bulk-generation workflows or CRM integrations.
Handling Errors and Status Codes
Common API response codes include:
200 OK: Success!
201 Created: Resource was successfully created
400 Bad Request: Missing or invalid inputs
401 Unauthorized: Missing or invalid API key
403 Forbidden: Insufficient permissions
404 Not Found: Invalid endpoint or resource
429 Too Many Requests: Rate-limited
500+: Internal server errors
Using Avvoka’s API for Smart Automation
Avvoka’s API plays well with its AI-powered tools, allowing you to:
Trigger DraftAssist: Upload deal documents to pre-fill questionnaires with up to 99% accuracy
Populate templates via external data (Excel, CRM, HR tools)
Generate conditional clauses and operations via the AI Operation Builder
These features enable seamless automation for high-volume contract workflows.
Security and Access Control
API keys are unique to each organisation and should be:
Stored securely
Rotated periodically
Used over HTTPS only
Admins can control key issuance via the Avvoka Admin interface.
Where to Learn More
To explore endpoints, try Avvoka's API documentation:
developers.avvoka.com
Need a step-by-step guide? Avvoka's API training materials walk you through Insomnia setup, request building, chaining, and handling responses with practical examples.
Final Thoughts
Avvoka’s API unlocks powerful automation and integration capabilities. Whether you want to mass-generate contracts, pipe data from your CRM, or sync with a DMS, the API makes it all possible—securely and scalably.
If you're a client exploring this for a PoC or rollout, ask your CSM to enable access and walk through our API best practice pack.