Columbia County Courthouse
Filing information for Columbia County Courthouse in Lake City, FL. Part of the Columbia County small claims court system.
E-Filing
✓ Available
Max Claim
$8,000
Courthouse Details
Columbia County Courthouse
173 NE Hernando Avenue
Lake City, FL 32055
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30AM – 4:30 PM
Area Served
All of Columbia County
How to File at Columbia County Courthouse
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available, however, the Columbia County Clerk of Court's website specifically mentions that it is accepting e-filed documents from members of the bar. It is not explicitly stated if self-represented litigants can use the portal.
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.
Read the demand letter guideFor statewide rules, see the full Florida small claims court guide →