St. Louis County Small Claims Court
Conciliation Court • Population: 200,231
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
St. Louis County Courthouse - Duluth
Address
100 North 5th Avenue West, Duluth, MN 55802
Phone
(218) 726-2460Court Website
https://www.mncourts.govLocal Tips
- Small claims in MN are called Conciliation Court
- Claims under $15,000 are handled in Conciliation Court
How to File in St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis County, Minnesota, visit your local courthouse at 100 North 5th Avenue West, Duluth, MN 55802 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 St. Louis County.
In Minnesota, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in St. Louis County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Minnesota typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in St. Louis County may vary depending on court schedules.
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