Douglas County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (County Court) • Population: 584,526
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Douglas County Court
Address
1819 Farnam St, Room 412, Omaha, NE 68183
Phone
(402) 444-7018Court Website
https://supremecourt.nebraska.govLocal Tips
- Nebraska small claims limit is $3,600
- Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Located in the Civic Center complex
How to File in Douglas 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 Douglas 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 Douglas County, Nebraska, visit your local courthouse at 1819 Farnam St, Room 412, Omaha, NE 68183 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 Douglas County.
In Nebraska, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Douglas County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Nebraska typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Douglas County may vary depending on court schedules.
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