Branch County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Division (District Court) • Population: 44,862
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
3-A District Court - Branch County
Address
31 Division Street, Coldwater, MI 49036
Phone
(517) 279-4328Court Website
https://courts.michigan.govLocal Tips
- Michigan small claims limit is $7,000
- No attorneys allowed in small claims
How to File in Branch 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 Branch 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 Branch County, Michigan, visit your local courthouse at 31 Division Street, Coldwater, MI 49036 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 Branch County.
In Michigan, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Branch County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Michigan typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Branch County may vary depending on court schedules.
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