Coos County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Coos County, NH. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Lancaster area.
Small claims in New Hampshire — the numbers for Coos County courts
$10,000
maximum claim
from $90
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
3 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full New Hampshire small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
NH CIRCUIT COURT 1st Circuit - District Division - Berlin
650 Main Street, Suite 100
Berlin, NH 03570
Other Courthouse Locations
NH CIRCUIT COURT 1st Circuit - District Division - Colebrook
17 Bridge Street
Colebrook, NH 03576
Serves: Towns of Colebrook, Pittsburg, Clarksville, Wentworth's Location, Errol, Millsfield, Columbia, Stewartstown, and Stratford and the unincorporated places of Dix's Grant, Atkinson & Gilmanton Academy Grant, Second College Grant, Dixville, Erving's Location, and Odell
NH CIRCUIT COURT 1st Circuit - District Division - Lancaster
55 School Street, Suite 201
Lancaster, NH 03584
Serves: Towns of Lancaster, Stark, Northumberland, Carroll, Whitefield, Dalton, and Jefferson, and the unincorporated places of Kilkenny, Bean's Grant, Chandler's Purchase, and Crawford's Purchase
How to File in Coos County
E-filing available
This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
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 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 guideSmall claims rules in New Hampshire
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
3 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Coos County?
Filing fees in New Hampshire are set by the state and run from $90 to $145, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, New Hampshire 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 Coos County?
Small claims cases in Coos County are limited to $10,000. 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 Coos County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Coos County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Coos 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.