8th District Court - Civil Division
Filing information for 8th District Court - Civil Division in Kalamazoo, MI. Part of the Kalamazoo County small claims court system.
Small claims in Michigan — the numbers that apply at this court
$7,000
maximum claim
from $30
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 Michigan small claims guide · The form that starts a case (DC 84): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
8th District Court - Civil Division
330 Eleanor Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Mailing Address
330 Eleanor Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Area Served
All of Kalamazoo County
How to File at 8th District Court - Civil Division
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 guideSmall claims rules in Michigan
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $7,000.
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 8th District Court - Civil Division?
Filing fees in Michigan are set by the state and run from $30 to $70, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Michigan 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 Kalamazoo County?
Small claims cases in Kalamazoo County are limited to $7,000. 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 8th District Court - Civil Division?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Kalamazoo 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 8th District Court - Civil Division, and when is it open?
8th District Court - Civil Division is at 330 Eleanor Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Posted hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Phone: 269-384-8171. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Kalamazoo?
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.