Clackamas County Justice Court
Filing information for Clackamas County Justice Court in Happy Valley, OR. Part of the Clackamas County small claims court system.
Small claims in Oregon — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
from $57
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Oregon small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Clackamas County Justice Court
11750 SE 82nd Avenue, Suite D
Happy Valley, OR 97086
Mailing Address
11750 SE 82nd Avenue, Suite D
Happy Valley, OR 97086
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Area Served
All of Clackamas County
How to File at Clackamas County Justice Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Clackamas County Justice Court does not use the statewide OJD eFile system for circuit courts, but allows for the filing of small claims documents via email or fax. After emailing or faxing, the filer must call the court to pay the filing fee by phone to complete the process.
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.
File by fax
Fax to (503) 794-3808.
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 Oregon
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Clackamas County Justice Court?
Filing fees in Oregon are set by the state and run from $57 to $102, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Oregon 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 Clackamas County?
Small claims cases in Clackamas County are limited to $10,000. 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 Clackamas County Justice Court?
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 Clackamas County Justice Court, and when is it open?
Clackamas County Justice Court is at 11750 SE 82nd Avenue, Suite D, Happy Valley, OR 97086. Posted hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.. Phone: (503) 794-3800. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Happy Valley?
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.