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What you'll need

  • Source Agreements and Event Documents
  • Registrant Identifiers

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Overview

CaseMark's Form 8-K drafting skill automates the creation of SEC current reports by analyzing source documents, identifying triggered disclosure items, and generating EDGAR-ready filings with item-accurate narratives and proper exhibit indexing. Designed for securities attorneys and compliance teams at public companies, it transforms a labor-intensive drafting process into a streamlined, AI-assisted workflow that maintains the precision SEC filings demand.

Drafting SEC Form 8-K current reports is a high-stakes, time-sensitive process that requires mapping complex triggering events to specific disclosure items, extracting precise terms from source agreements, and assembling cover pages, narratives, and exhibit indexes in EDGAR-compliant format. With a four-business-day filing deadline, securities teams face intense pressure to produce accurate filings while juggling multiple source documents and regulatory requirements.

CaseMark automates the end-to-end Form 8-K drafting process by ingesting your source documents and registrant identifiers, intelligently identifying triggered items using a comprehensive Item Selection Matrix, and generating complete EDGAR-ready filings with accurate narratives, exhibit indexes, and cover page data. The result is a polished first draft that your securities team can review and finalize in a fraction of the traditional time.

How it works

  1. 1. Upload source documents (agreements, resolutions, press releases) and registrant identifiers from your latest 10-K/10-Q

  2. 2. AI identifies triggered items, maps source facts to SEC disclosure requirements, and drafts item-accurate narratives

  3. 3. Review the complete Form 8-K including cover page, narratives, exhibit index, and signature block

  4. 4. Export the EDGAR-ready filing in your preferred format (DOCX, PDF)

What you get

  • Cover Page with Registrant Information and Item Checkboxes

  • Item Narratives with Key Terms and Disclosure Language

  • Exhibit Index with Proper Numbering and Filing Status

  • Signature Block and Certification Language

  • Amendment Indicators (8-K/A) When Applicable

What it handles

  • Item-accurate narrative drafting aligned to SEC Item Selection Matrix

  • Automated cover page generation from registrant identifiers

  • Exhibit indexing with proper numbering conventions (10.x, 99.x)

  • EDGAR-ready formatting with Rule 425/14a-12 communication checkboxes

  • Multi-item support for complex triggering events

  • Built-in quality checks for completeness and compliance

Required documents

  • Source Agreements and Event Documents

    Material agreements, board resolutions, press releases, employment or separation documents, or other records evidencing the triggering event

    .pdf, .docx

  • Registrant Identifiers

    Latest 10-K or 10-Q cover page containing the registrant's legal name, Commission File Number, CIK, IRS EIN, state of incorporation, and trading symbols

    .pdf, .docx

Supporting documents

  • Prior 8-K Filings

    Previous Form 8-K filings for reference on formatting preferences and disclosure style

    .pdf, .docx

  • Pro Forma Financial Statements

    Pro forma financials required for certain Item 2.01 acquisition disclosures

    .pdf, .docx, .xlsx

  • Internal Disclosure Checklists

    Company-specific disclosure checklists or templates for additional compliance guidance

    .pdf, .docx

Why teams use it

Reduce Form 8-K drafting time from hours to minutes while maintaining SEC-quality accuracy

Eliminate common errors with automated item selection, exhibit numbering, and registrant data population

Meet the four-business-day filing deadline with confidence by accelerating the initial draft

Ensure consistency across filings with standardized formatting and disclosure language

Questions

Which Form 8-K items does CaseMark support?

CaseMark supports all standard Form 8-K items including Item 1.01 (material agreements), Item 2.01 (acquisitions/dispositions), Item 2.02 (results of operations), Item 2.03 (financial obligations), Item 2.05 (exit costs), Item 5.02 (personnel changes), Reg FD disclosures, and more. The AI uses an Item Selection Matrix to identify which items are triggered by your specific event.

Is the output truly EDGAR-ready?

CaseMark generates Form 8-K drafts with proper formatting, item checkboxes, exhibit indexing conventions, and communication rule checkboxes (Rule 425, 14a-12, 14d-2, 13e-4). While the output is designed to be EDGAR-ready, we recommend a final review by securities counsel before submission.

Can CaseMark handle 8-K amendments (8-K/A)?

Yes. CaseMark supports 8-K/A amendment filings. Simply indicate that you are filing an amendment, and the AI will include the appropriate amendment indicators and reference the original filing date.

How does CaseMark ensure accuracy in the registrant information?

CaseMark pulls registrant identifiers—legal name, Commission File Number, CIK, IRS EIN, state of incorporation, and trading symbols—directly from your uploaded 10-K/10-Q cover page or company details document. All critical fields are flagged for verification before finalizing.

What is the four-business-day filing deadline, and how does CaseMark help?

SEC rules require Form 8-K filings within four business days of a reportable event. CaseMark dramatically accelerates the drafting process from hours to minutes, giving your team more time for review, internal approvals, and timely EDGAR submission.

Can I draft a Form 8-K with multiple triggered items?

Absolutely. CaseMark handles multi-item 8-K filings seamlessly. The AI analyzes your source documents, identifies all triggered items, and generates separate narratives for each with the appropriate exhibit references and cross-references.

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