Richmond County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Court (City/District/Justice Court) • Population: 495,747
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Richmond County Civil Court — Small Claims
Address
927 Castleton Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310
Phone
(718) 675-8458Court Website
https://www.nycourts.govLocal Tips
- Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Small claims limit is $10,000 in New York
- Near the St. George Ferry Terminal area
How to File in Richmond County
Determine if your case qualifies for New York small claims court (up to $10,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Richmond County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (City/District/Justice 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 York
Important Rules in New York
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Richmond County, New York, visit your local courthouse at 927 Castleton Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310 or the Small Claims Court (City/District/Justice Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($15 - $50), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.
The maximum you can sue for in New York small claims court is $10,000. This limit applies to all counties including Richmond County.
In New York, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Richmond County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in New York typically takes 30-90 days. Timelines in Richmond County may vary depending on court schedules.
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