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Clayton County Clerk of District Court

Filing information for Clayton County Clerk of District Court in Elkader, IA. Part of the Clayton County small claims court system.

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E-Filing

✓ Available

Max Claim

$6,500

Courthouse Details

Clayton County Clerk of District Court

111 High Street NE, Suite 203

Elkader, IA 52043

Mailing Address

111 High Street NE, Suite 203

Elkader, IA 52043

Phone: (563) 245-2204Fax: (563) 245-1175

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Area Served

All of Clayton County

How to File at Clayton County Clerk of District 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.

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A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

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For statewide rules, see the full Iowa small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.