Hamilton County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Hamilton County, TN. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Chattanooga area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$25,000
Court
Hamilton County General Sessions Court - Civil Division
Courthouse Location
Hamilton County General Sessions Court - Civil Division
600 Market Street, Room 111
Chattanooga, TN 37402
How to File in Hamilton 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.
Important for Hamilton County: Chattanooga area. Tennessee limit is $25,000.
Ready to take action in Hamilton 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 Tennessee small claims court guide →