Webster County Small Claims Court
Magistrate Court • Population: 8,378
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Webster County Courthouse
Address
2 Court Square, Room G-1, Webster Springs, WV 26288
Phone
(304) 847-2508Court Website
https://www.courtswv.govLocal Tips
- Part of West Virginia's 20th Judicial Circuit
- West Virginia small claims limit is $10,000
How to File in Webster County
Determine if your case qualifies for West Virginia small claims court (up to $10,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Webster County courthouse or online through the Magistrate 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 West Virginia
Important Rules in West Virginia
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Webster County, West Virginia, visit your local courthouse at 2 Court Square, Room G-1, Webster Springs, WV 26288 or the Magistrate Court website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($25 - $45), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.
The maximum you can sue for in West Virginia small claims court is $10,000. This limit applies to all counties including Webster County.
In West Virginia, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Webster County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in West Virginia typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Webster County may vary depending on court schedules.
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