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MT County Guide

Flathead County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court (Justice/City Court) • Population: 104,357

$7,000
Maximum Claim
$20 - $60
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Flathead County Justice Court

Address

920 South Main Street, Suite 210, Kalispell, MT 59901

Court Website

https://courts.mt.gov

Local Tips

  • Montana small claims limit is $7,000
  • Justice Court handles small claims

How to File in Flathead County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Montana small claims court (up to $7,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Flathead County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (Justice/City Court)

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in Montana

8 years
Written Contracts
5 years
Oral Contracts
5 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Montana

No attorneys in hearings
Simplified procedures

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Flathead County, Montana, visit your local courthouse at 920 South Main Street, Suite 210, Kalispell, MT 59901 or the Small Claims Court (Justice/City Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($20 - $60), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $7,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Montana small claims court is $7,000. This limit applies to all counties including Flathead County.

In Montana, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Flathead County small claims hearings.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Montana typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Flathead County may vary depending on court schedules.

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