Grainger County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Grainger County, TN. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Rutledge area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$25,000

Court

Grainger County General Sessions Court

Courthouse Location

Grainger County General Sessions Court

270 Justice Center Drive

Rutledge, TN 37861

Phone: (865) 828-3605Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

How to File in Grainger 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 Grainger 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 Tennessee small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.