Columbia County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Columbia County, AR. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Magnolia area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$5,000

Courts (2)

2 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Columbia County District Court - Magnolia Department

517 North Jackson

Magnolia, AR 71753

Phone: (870) 234-7312Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday

Other Courthouse Locations

Columbia County District Court - Waldo Department

308 E Main St

Waldo, AR 71770

Serves: Columbia County (Waldo area)

Phone: (870) 693-2198Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday
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How to File in Columbia 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.

Ready to take action in Columbia County?

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

Read the demand letter guide

For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Arkansas small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.