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Jo Daviess County Circuit Clerk

Filing information for Jo Daviess County Circuit Clerk in Galena, IL. Part of the Jo Daviess County small claims court system.

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E-Filing

✓ Available

Max Claim

$10,000

Courthouse Details

Jo Daviess County Circuit Clerk

330 North Bench Street, Suite 2C

Galena, IL 61036

Phone: (815) 777-0037

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Closed Holidays)

Area Served

Jo Daviess County

How to File at Jo Daviess County Circuit Clerk

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.

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For statewide rules, see the full Illinois small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.