Lake Pleasant Town Court
Filing information for Lake Pleasant Town Court in Lake Pleasant, NY. Part of the Hamilton County small claims court system.
Small claims in New York — the numbers that apply at this court
$3,000
maximum claim
from $15
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
3–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full New York small claims guide · The form that starts a case (CIV-SC-50): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Lake Pleasant Town Court
2679 State Route 8
Lake Pleasant, NY 12108
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 799
Lake Pleasant, NY 12108
Hours: Court is in session every Wednesday evening at 5:00 PM. Cases requiring the District Attorney are scheduled on the second Wednesday of the month, starting at 2:00 PM.
Area Served
Town of Lake Pleasant (includes former Village of Speculator)
How to File at Lake Pleasant Town Court
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 take action?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideWrong court? Hamilton County has 9 courts.
See all 9 courts in Hamilton County →Small claims rules in New York
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000 · businesses up to $10,000.
NYC: $10,000 limit. City courts outside NYC: $5,000. Town and village courts: $3,000. Businesses file in Commercial Small Claims ($10,000 limit in NYC).
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Lake Pleasant Town Court?
Filing fees in New York are set by the state and run from $15 to $20, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, New York 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 Hamilton County?
Small claims cases in Hamilton County are limited to $3,000. 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 Lake Pleasant Town Court?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Hamilton County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Where is Lake Pleasant Town Court, and when is it open?
Lake Pleasant Town Court is at 2679 State Route 8, Lake Pleasant, NY 12108. Posted hours: Court is in session every Wednesday evening at 5:00 PM. Cases requiring the District Attorney are scheduled on the second Wednesday of the month, starting at 2:00 PM.. Phone: (518) 548-3625 ext 2. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Lake Pleasant?
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.