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The Small Claims Branch is less formal than other branches of the Court. The procedures are simple and costs kept low so that most people do not need a lawyer to represent them in their small claims case.

A party who is eFiling a statement of claim must submit a small claims information sheet and must indicate the requested method of service on the information sheet. An application for approval of special process server in a small claims case may be submitted with the statement of claim, or as a subsequent filing. Criminal Division

File court documents with the Superior Court anytime, anywhere with eFileDC Our Services Message from the Clerk of the Court – Share Your Feedback The Superior Court of the District of Columbia is moving to eFileDC. eFileDC allows you to file, serve, and deliver documents electronically to the Superior Court, like with the previous system, CaseFileXpress — but with more enhancements and ...

The court encourages users to search the Public List before adding new service contacts to minimize duplicates and ensure accuracy. For additional information about service contacts, visit our FAQ page: https://efiledcsuperiorcourt.gov/faq-page/

Because the small claims court procedures are relatively simple, most litigants can represent themselves rather than pay an attorney to represent them. Note, a corporation generally must be represented by an attorney in DC Superior Court, but there is a small claims court exception that allows an authorized officer, director, or employee to appear on behalf of the corporation in lieu of an ...

Please contact the clerk’s office by phone at 202-879-1133 or email civildocket@dcsc.gov with your full name, business address, business phone and fax number, DC bar number, and email address. Once the clerk’s office adds your bar number to their case management system, you may register and eFile through CaseFileXpress to the Court.

October 13, 2022 The D.C. Superior Court is transitioning from the CaseFileXpress e-filing portal to eFileDC, which goes live October 31. Initially, this change will impact the following case types: Civil Division, including the Landlord & Tenant and Small Claims Branches; Tax Division (civil tax); Probate Division; and Officer of the Auditor ...

Judges will conduct virtual, in-person, or hybrid proceedings from the Superior Court, with limited exceptions. For information about remote hearings including instructions on how to participate, click here. The Civil Division has jurisdiction over any civil action or action in equity (excluding family matters) brought in the District of Columbia, except where jurisdiction is exclusively ...

Learn how to navigate Small Claims Court in Washington, DC. Discover claim limits, filing steps, required documentation, and tips for success in resolving disputes.

Superior Court’s Civil Division implements online service to answer public inquiries real-time WASHINGTON, DC – DC Superior Court’s Civil Division now offers a customized chat line aimed at providing “answers at your fingertips.” Representatives from all of the Civil Division Branches: Small Claims (cases involving disputes over less than $5000), Landlord and Tenant, Civil Actions ...

Right now, the court allows public access to certain filings in Civil and Criminal cases. No other case types are public now and by checking the box that you have reviewed these rules will in no way make your filing public. But to assist the court in providing more public access to certain cases, all e-filers must acknowledge the above disclaimer.

View information about the Multi-Door Dispute Resolution Division of Superior Court, which can help parties resolve disputes without going to trial. Programs include mediation, arbitration, case evaluation, and conciliation in civil, small claims, landlord-tenant, medical malpractice, family, probate, and tax disputes.

I want to understand the process of filing in small claims court in D.C and make sure I have all my paperwork correctly filled out. Yet I cannot find any professional who will even -begin- to help me.

The Superior Court handles all local trial matters, including civil, criminal, family court, probate, tax, landlord-tenant, small claims, and traffic. The Superior Court is here to serve the community, and several initiatives and collaborative projects are under way to improve service to the public in our Nation's Capital.

Small Claims Court Overview: The District of Columbia Courts offer a guide and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the small claims court. Court Forms: The D.C. Courts offer all the forms litigants need to pursue or defend against a small claims case.

Find out how small claims court works in Washington D.C., how to file a case against a landlord or tenant and what happens after you file.

A court that handles civil claims for small amounts of money. People often represent themselves rather than hire an attorney. In the District of Columbia, the maximum claim sought in Small Claims Court cannot exceed $5,000.

What are Small Claims Court Records in the District of Columbia? Small claims court records encompass all documents filed, submitted, or created in small claims proceedings, and information regarding case activities. These records are accessible to the residents under the District of Columbia Freedom of Information Act.

Please note that all forms must be submitted in English.