Bradley County General Sessions Civil Court
Filing information for Bradley County General Sessions Civil Court in Cleveland, TN. Part of the Bradley County small claims court system.
Small claims in Tennessee — the numbers that apply at this court
$25,000
maximum claim
$130
filing fee (published)
1–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Tennessee small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Bradley County General Sessions Civil Court
155 North Ocoee Street, Rooms 204 & 206
Cleveland, TN 37311
Mailing Address
155 North Ocoee Street
Cleveland, TN 37311
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Area Served
Bradley County
How to File at Bradley County General Sessions Civil Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideSmall claims rules in Tennessee
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $25,000.
One of the highest limits in the country. Filed in General Sessions Court, not a separate small claims court.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 1 yr personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Bradley County General Sessions Civil Court?
Filing fees in Tennessee are set by the state and are $130. If you can't afford the fee, Tennessee offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Bradley County?
Small claims cases in Bradley County are limited to $25,000. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online at Bradley County General Sessions Civil Court?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Bradley County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Where is Bradley County General Sessions Civil Court, and when is it open?
Bradley County General Sessions Civil Court is at 155 North Ocoee Street, Rooms 204 & 206, Cleveland, TN 37311. Posted hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.. Phone: (423) 728-7265. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Cleveland?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.