Cumberland County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Cumberland County, ME. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Portland area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$10,000

Courts (2)

2 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Portland District Court

205 Newbury Street, Ground Floor

Portland, ME 04101

Phone: (207) 822-4200Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Court Holidays, Administrative Weeks and closings due to storms or emergencies

Other Courthouse Locations

Bridgton District Court

3 Chase Street, Suite 2

Bridgton, ME 04009

Serves: Cumberland County

Phone: (207) 647-3535Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. except for Court Holidays, Administrative Weeks and closings due to storms or emergencies

E-FILE

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How to File in Cumberland County

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File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.

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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.

Important for Cumberland County: Portland area. Maine small claims limit is $6,000.

Ready to take action in Cumberland 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 Maine small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.