---
title: "Create work item"
method: POST
path: "/matters/v1/{id}/work-items"
tags: ["Matters"]
---

# Create work item

`POST /matters/v1/{id}/work-items`

Create an active work item on a matter.

## Path parameters

- `id` string, required

## Request body

- object
  - `title` string, required
  - `description` string
  - `type` 'task' | 'deadline' | 'review' | 'filing' | 'communication' | 'research' | 'drafting' | 'collection' | 'intake'
  - `priority` 'low' | 'normal' | 'high' | 'urgent'
  - `assignee_id` string
  - `instructions` string
  - `exit_criteria` string[]
  - `metadata` object
  - `due_at` string, date-time

## Response `201`

Work item created

---

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