Umatilla County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Department (Circuit/Justice Court) • Population: 80,075
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Umatilla County Circuit Court
Address
216 SE 4th Street, Pendleton, OR 97801
Phone
(541) 278-0341Court Website
https://www.courts.oregon.govLocal Tips
- Oregon small claims limit is $10,000
- Circuit Court handles small claims matters
How to File in Umatilla 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 Umatilla 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 Umatilla County, Oregon, visit your local courthouse at 216 SE 4th Street, Pendleton, OR 97801 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 Umatilla County.
In Oregon, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Umatilla County small claims hearings.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Oregon typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Umatilla County may vary depending on court schedules.
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