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
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
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 guideFor statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Pennsylvania small claims court guide →