Champaign County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (Circuit Court) • Population: 205,865
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Champaign County Courthouse
Address
101 E Main Street, Urbana, IL 61801
Phone
(217) 384-3725Court Website
https://www.illinoiscourts.govLocal Tips
- Small claims are filed through the Circuit Clerk's office
- Illinois small claims limit is $10,000
How to File in Champaign County
Determine if your case qualifies for Illinois small claims court (up to $10,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Champaign County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (Circuit 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 Illinois
Important Rules in Illinois
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Champaign County, Illinois, visit your local courthouse at 101 E Main Street, Urbana, IL 61801 or the Small Claims Court (Circuit Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($40 - $175), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Illinois small claims court is $10,000. This limit applies to all counties including Champaign County.
In Illinois, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Champaign County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Illinois typically takes 30-90 days. Timelines in Champaign County may vary depending on court schedules.
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