Litchfield County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Session (Superior Court) • Population: 185,186
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Litchfield Judicial District Small Claims Court
Address
80 Doyle Road, Bantam, CT 06750
Phone
(860) 567-3942Court Website
https://www.jud.ct.govLocal Tips
- Small claims in CT are filed at the judicial district level
- Check CT Judicial Branch website for specific filing locations
How to File in Litchfield County
Determine if your case qualifies for Connecticut small claims court (up to $5,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Litchfield County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Session (Superior Court)
Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit
Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses
Attend the in-person hearing and present your case
Statute of Limitations in Connecticut
Important Rules in Connecticut
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Litchfield County, Connecticut, visit your local courthouse at 80 Doyle Road, Bantam, CT 06750 or the Small Claims Session (Superior Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($45 - $100), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Connecticut small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including Litchfield County.
In Connecticut, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Litchfield County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Connecticut typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Litchfield County may vary depending on court schedules.
Other Counties in Connecticut
Ready to File Your Case?
Tell us about your situation and we'll take it from there.
100% refund if we don't file your case