Columbia County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Columbia County, PA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Bloomsburg area.
Small claims in Pennsylvania — the numbers for Columbia County courts
$12,000
maximum claim
from $53
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–4 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Pennsylvania small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Magisterial District Court 26-2-01
700 Sawmill Road, Suite 102
Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Other Courthouse Locations
Magisterial District Court 26-3-01
100 W. Third Street
Millville, PA 17846
Serves: Borough of Benton, Borough of Stillwater, Borough of Millville, Borough of Orangeville, Township of Sugarloaf, Township of Benton, Township of Pine, Township of Greenwood, Township of Orange, Township of Montour, Township of Mount Pleasant, Township of Madison, Township of Hemlock, Township of Fishingcreek, Township of Jackson
Magisterial District Court 26-3-02
339 West Front Street
Berwick, PA 18603
Serves: Borough of Berwick, Borough of Briar Creek, Township of Briar Creek, Township of North Centre, Township of South Centre
Magisterial District Court 26-3-03
400 Fisher Avenue
Catawissa, PA 17820
Serves: Borough of Catawissa, Borough of Centralia, Township of Conyngham, Township of Main, Township of Catawissa, Township of Franklin, Township of Cleveland, Township of Locust, Township of Roaring Creek, Township of Beaver, Borough of Ashland (partial), Township of Mifflin
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 guideSmall claims rules in Pennsylvania
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $12,000.
Philadelphia uses Municipal Court small claims ($12,000 limit)
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
4 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Columbia County?
Filing fees in Pennsylvania are set by the state and run from $53 to $103, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Pennsylvania 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 Columbia County?
Small claims cases in Columbia County are limited to $12,000. 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 in Columbia County?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Columbia County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Columbia County?
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.