Valley County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (Justice/City Court) • Population: 7,578
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Valley County Courthouse
Address
501 Court Square, Glasgow, MT 59230
Phone
(406) 228-6261Court Website
https://courts.mt.govLocal Tips
- Part of Montana's 17th Judicial District
- Montana small claims limit is $7,000
How to File in Valley County
Determine if your case qualifies for Montana small claims court (up to $7,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Valley County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (Justice/City 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 Montana
Important Rules in Montana
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Valley County, Montana, visit your local courthouse at 501 Court Square, Glasgow, MT 59230 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 Valley County.
In Montana, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Valley County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Montana typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Valley County may vary depending on court schedules.
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