Valley County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (County Court) • Population: 4,059
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Valley County Court
Address
125 South 15th Street, Ord, NE 68862
Phone
(308) 728-3831Court Website
https://supremecourt.nebraska.govLocal Tips
- Part of Nebraska's 8th Judicial District
- Nebraska small claims limit is $3,600
How to File in Valley 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 Valley 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 Valley County, Nebraska, visit your local courthouse at 125 South 15th Street, Ord, NE 68862 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 Valley County.
In Nebraska, 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 Nebraska typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Valley County may vary depending on court schedules.
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