Elk County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Elk County, PA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Ridgway area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$12,000

Courts (2)

2 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Magisterial District 59-3-02

409 G Center Street

Johnsonburg, PA 15845

Phone: (814) 965-2663Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Other Courthouse Locations

Magisterial District 59-3-03

810 South Michael Road

St. Marys, PA 15857

Serves: City of St. Mary's; Townships of Benezette, Fox & Jay

Phone: (814) 781-6995Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
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How to File in Elk 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 Elk 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 Pennsylvania small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.