Colfax County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (County Court) • Population: 10,582
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Colfax County Courthouse
Address
411 E. 11th St., Schuyler, NE 68661
Phone
(402) 352-8518Court Website
https://supremecourt.nebraska.govLocal Tips
- Nebraska small claims limit is $3,600
- Located in the Colfax County Courthouse
How to File in Colfax County
Determine if your case qualifies for Nebraska small claims court (up to $3,600)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Colfax County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (County 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 Nebraska
Important Rules in Nebraska
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Colfax County, Nebraska, visit your local courthouse at 411 E. 11th St., Schuyler, NE 68661 or the Small Claims Court (County Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($26 - $56), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $3,600.
The maximum you can sue for in Nebraska small claims court is $3,600. This limit applies to all counties including Colfax County.
In Nebraska, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Colfax County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Nebraska typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Colfax County may vary depending on court schedules.
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