Jefferson Davis Parish Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Jefferson Davis Parish, LA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the area.
Small claims in Louisiana — the numbers for Jefferson Davis Parish courts
$5,000
maximum claim
$75
filing fee (published)
1–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Louisiana small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Jennings City Court, Small Claims Division
210 S. State Street
Jennings, LA 70546
Other Courthouse Locations
Justice of the Peace Ward 1
413 Kellogg Avenue
Lake Arthur, LA 70549
Serves: Ward 1 of Jefferson Davis Parish
Justice of the Peace Ward 2
309 Johnson Street
Elton, LA 70532
Serves: Ward 2 of Jefferson Davis Parish
Justice of the Peace Ward 3
22890 TV Tower Rd
Kinder, LA 70648
Serves: Ward 3 of Jefferson Davis Parish
Justice of the Peace Ward 4
609 Beaufort Street
Welsh, LA 70591
Serves: Ward 4 of Jefferson Davis Parish
Justice of the Peace Ward 5
4406 Pine Island Hwy
Jennings, LA 70546
Serves: Ward 5 of Jefferson Davis Parish
Justice of the Peace Ward 6
21503 Pinehill Cemetery Road
Iowa, LA 70647
Serves: Ward 6 of Jefferson Davis Parish
Lake Arthur City Court
102 Arthur Avenue
Lake Arthur, LA 70549
Serves: Town of Lake Arthur and surrounding areas
Welsh City Court
201 South Elms Street
Welsh, LA 70591
Serves: Town of Welsh and surrounding areas
How to File in Jefferson Davis Parish
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 Jefferson Davis Parish: Data needs verification — added 2026-04-30 to fill source gap.
Ready to take action in Jefferson Davis Parish?
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 Louisiana
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Filed in Justice of the Peace courts in rural areas, City Courts in urban areas
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
10 yrs written contract · 10 yrs oral contract · 1 yr property damage · 1 yr personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Jefferson Davis Parish?
Filing fees in Louisiana are set by the state and are $75. If you can't afford the fee, Louisiana 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 Jefferson Davis Parish?
Small claims cases in Jefferson Davis Parish are limited to $5,000. 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 in Jefferson Davis Parish?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Jefferson Davis Parish. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Jefferson Davis Parish?
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.