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WA County Guide

Snohomish County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Department (District Court) • Population: 827,957

$10,000
Maximum Claim
$35 - $75
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

Snohomish County Courthouse — District Court

Address

3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett, WA 98201

Local Tips

  • Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Small claims limit is $10,000 in Washington
  • Everett Division handles small claims for most of the county

How to File in Snohomish County

1

Determine if your case qualifies for Washington small claims court (up to $10,000)

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the Snohomish County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Department (District Court)

4

Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit

5

Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses

6

Attend the in-person hearing and present your case

Statute of Limitations in Washington

6 years
Written Contracts
3 years
Oral Contracts
3 years
Property Damage

Important Rules in Washington

No attorneys unless both parties agree
Mediation encouraged

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in Snohomish County, Washington, visit your local courthouse at 3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett, WA 98201 or the Small Claims Department (District Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($35 - $75), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.

The maximum you can sue for in Washington small claims court is $10,000. This limit applies to all counties including Snohomish County.

In Washington, attorneys are generally not allowed to represent parties in small claims court. You will represent yourself in Snohomish County small claims hearings.

From filing to hearing, a small claims case in Washington typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Snohomish County may vary depending on court schedules.

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