Coos County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Session (District Court) • Population: 31,268
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
1st Circuit Court - District Division - Lancaster
Address
55 School Street, Suite 201, Lancaster, NH 03584
Phone
(855) 212-1234Court Website
https://www.courts.nh.govLocal Tips
- New Hampshire small claims limit is $10,000
- Call center handles all NH circuit court inquiries
How to File in Coos County
Determine if your case qualifies for New Hampshire small claims court (up to $10,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Coos County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Session (District 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 New Hampshire
Important Rules in New Hampshire
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Coos County, New Hampshire, visit your local courthouse at 55 School Street, Suite 201, Lancaster, NH 03584 or the Small Claims Session (District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($50 - $195), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.
The maximum you can sue for in New Hampshire small claims court is $10,000. This limit applies to all counties including Coos County.
In New Hampshire, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Coos County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in New Hampshire typically takes 30-90 days. Timelines in Coos County may vary depending on court schedules.
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