St. Louis city Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (Circuit Court) • Population: 301,578
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
St. Louis City Circuit Court
Address
10 N Tucker Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63101
Phone
(314) 622-4405Court Website
https://www.courts.mo.govLocal Tips
- St. Louis City is independent from St. Louis County
- Small claims limit in Missouri is $5,000
How to File in St. Louis city
Determine if your case qualifies for Missouri small claims court (up to $5,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the St. Louis city 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 Missouri
Important Rules in Missouri
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in St. Louis city, Missouri, visit your local courthouse at 10 N Tucker Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63101 or the Small Claims Court (Circuit Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($25 - $50), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Missouri small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including St. Louis city.
In Missouri, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in St. Louis city, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Missouri typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in St. Louis city may vary depending on court schedules.
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