Palm Bay Branch Office
Filing information for Palm Bay Branch Office in Palm Bay, FL. Part of the Brevard County small claims court system.
Small claims in Florida — the numbers that apply at this court
$8,000
maximum claim
from $55
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
4–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Florida small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Palm Bay Branch Office
450 Cogan Drive SE
Palm Bay, FL 32909
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 219
Titusville, FL 32781
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Area Served
Serves the southern part of Brevard County.
How to File at Palm Bay Branch Office
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available for all case types in Brevard County, including small claims filed by self-represented litigants.
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.
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How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $8,000.
Limit excludes costs, interest, and attorneys' fees
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 4 yrs property damage · 4 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Palm Bay Branch Office?
Filing fees in Florida are set by the state and run from $55 to $400, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Florida 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 Brevard County?
Small claims cases in Brevard County are limited to $8,000. 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 Palm Bay Branch Office?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Palm Bay Branch Office, and when is it open?
Palm Bay Branch Office is at 450 Cogan Drive SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909. Posted hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Phone: (321) 637-5413. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Palm Bay?
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.