Clark County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Clark County, WA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Vancouver area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$10,000
Court
Clark County District Court
Courthouse Location
Clark County District Court
1200 Franklin Street
Vancouver, WA 98660
How to File in Clark County
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Important for Clark County: Vancouver WA (Portland OR suburb). Washington limit is $10,000.
Ready to take action in Clark County?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Washington small claims court guide →