Lake County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Department (Circuit/Justice Court) • Population: 8,160
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Lake County Courthouse
Address
513 Center Street, Lakeview, OR 97630
Phone
(541) 947-6051Court Website
https://www.courts.oregon.govLocal Tips
- Part of Oregon's 7th Judicial District
- Oregon small claims limit is $10,000
How to File in Lake County
Determine if your case qualifies for Oregon small claims court (up to $10,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Lake County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Department (Circuit/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 Oregon
Important Rules in Oregon
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Lake County, Oregon, visit your local courthouse at 513 Center Street, Lakeview, OR 97630 or the Small Claims Department (Circuit/Justice Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($35 - $100), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.
The maximum you can sue for in Oregon small claims court is $10,000. This limit applies to all counties including Lake County.
In Oregon, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Lake County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Oregon typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Lake County may vary depending on court schedules.
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