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WI County Guide

La Crosse County Small Claims Court

Small Claims Court (Circuit Court) • Population: 120,784

$10,000
Maximum Claim
$45 - $95
Filing Fees
30-60 days
Timeline
In-person
Hearing Format

Courthouse Information

Courthouse

La Crosse County Courthouse

Address

333 Vine Street, Room 1200, La Crosse, WI 54601

Court Website

https://www.wicourts.gov

Local Tips

  • WI small claims limit is $10,000
  • Clerk of Courts: (608) 785-9590

How to File in La Crosse County

1

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

2

Send a written demand letter to the other party

3

File your claim at the La Crosse County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Court (Circuit 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 Wisconsin

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

Important Rules in Wisconsin

Return property claims up to $10,000
Online filing available

Frequently Asked Questions

To file a small claims case in La Crosse County, Wisconsin, visit your local courthouse at 333 Vine Street, Room 1200, La Crosse, WI 54601 or the Small Claims Court (Circuit Court) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($45 - $95), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $10,000.

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

In Wisconsin, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in La Crosse County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.

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

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