Alger County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Division (District Court) • Population: 8,842
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Alger County Courthouse
Address
101 Court St., Munising, MI 49862
Phone
(906) 387-2076Court Website
https://courts.michigan.govLocal Tips
- Michigan small claims limit is $6,500
- Located in the Alger County Courthouse
How to File in Alger County
Determine if your case qualifies for Michigan small claims court (up to $6,500)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Alger County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Division (District 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 Michigan
Important Rules in Michigan
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Alger County, Michigan, visit your local courthouse at 101 Court St., Munising, MI 49862 or the Small Claims Division (District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($30 - $70), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $6,500.
The maximum you can sue for in Michigan small claims court is $6,500. This limit applies to all counties including Alger County.
In Michigan, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Alger County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Michigan typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Alger County may vary depending on court schedules.
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