Olmsted County Small Claims Court
Conciliation Court • Population: 162,847
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Olmsted County Courthouse
Address
151 Fourth Street SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Phone
(507) 722-7264Court Website
https://www.mncourts.govLocal Tips
- Small claims are called Conciliation Court in MN
- Wednesday hours start at 9:00 AM
How to File in Olmsted County
Determine if your case qualifies for Minnesota small claims court (up to $15,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Olmsted County courthouse or online through the Conciliation 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 Minnesota
Important Rules in Minnesota
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Olmsted County, Minnesota, visit your local courthouse at 151 Fourth Street SE, Rochester, MN 55904 or the Conciliation Court website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($35 - $75), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $15,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Minnesota small claims court is $15,000. This limit applies to all counties including Olmsted County.
In Minnesota, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Olmsted County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Minnesota typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Olmsted County may vary depending on court schedules.
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