Small Claims Court (Clerk's Office)(Central Courthouse)
Address
205 North Dixie Highway, Suite 2.2200
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
(561) 355-2500
http://www.mypalmbeachclerk.com/departments/courts/county-civil-court/small-claims
Description:
The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller supports all of Palm Beach County's criminal and civil courts by processing, recording and filing documents such as traffic tickets, lawsuits, divorce agreements, wills, child support agreements, domestic violence petitions, and tenant evictions.
The public may sue for damages/amounts under the sum of $15,000.00. No attorney is needed for amount under $5,000.00. Questions to answer before contacting agency: 1. Have I tried all possible means to reach a settlement? 2. Do I have the necessary evidence? 3. Do I know the correct legal name and address of the defendant?
Hours:
Monday-Friday / 8 am-4 pm
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
March 19, 2024
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
205 North Dixie Highway, Suite 2.2200
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Mailing
PO Box3406
West Palm Beach, FL 33402
Contacts
Manager
Primary Contact
Phone Numbers
MAIN SITE PHONE
(561) 355-2500
Fax
(561) 355-6211
Services
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Description
The Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller supports all of Palm Beach County's criminal and civil courts by processing, recording and filing documents such as traffic tickets, lawsuits, divorce agreements, wills, child support agreements, domestic violence petitions, and tenant evictions. The public may sue for damages/amounts under the sum of $15,000.00. No attorney is needed for amount under $5,000.00. Questions to answer before contacting agency: 1. Have I tried all possible means to reach a settlement? 2. Do I have the necessary evidence? 3. Do I know the correct legal name and address of the defendant?
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8 am-4 pm
Required Documents
ID.
Eligibility
Call for information.
Fees
Claims less than $100: $55.00 Claims of $100, but not more than $500: $80.00 Claims of $500, but not more than $2,500: $175.00 Claims of $2,500.01 $300.00 Contact court for complete fee schedule
Intake Procedure
To obtain information and forms contact office.
Languages
English, Spanish, Creole.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Palm Beach County
- Palm Beach County
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