Etowah County Circuit Clerk's Office
Filing information for Etowah County Circuit Clerk's Office in Gadsden, AL. Part of the Etowah County small claims court system.
Small claims in Alabama — the numbers that apply at this court
$6,000
maximum claim
from $35
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Alabama small claims guide · The form that starts a case (SM-1): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Etowah County Circuit Clerk's Office
801 Forrest Ave., Suite 202
Gadsden, AL 35901
Mailing Address
801 Forrest Ave., Suite 202
Gadsden, AL 35901
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Area Served
Etowah County
How to File at Etowah County Circuit Clerk's Office
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee 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 Alabama
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $6,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Etowah County Circuit Clerk's Office?
Filing fees in Alabama are set by the state and run from $35 to $198, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Alabama 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 Etowah County?
Small claims cases in Etowah County are limited to $6,000. 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 at Etowah County Circuit Clerk's Office?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Etowah County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Where is Etowah County Circuit Clerk's Office, and when is it open?
Etowah County Circuit Clerk's Office is at 801 Forrest Ave., Suite 202, Gadsden, AL 35901. Posted hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Phone: (256) 549-2150 (Main Circuit Clerk's Office), (256) 549-5432 (District Civil/Small Claims). Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Gadsden?
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.