Kanawha County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Kanawha County, WV. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Charleston area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$10,000
Court
Kanawha County Magistrate Court
Courthouse Location
Kanawha County Magistrate Court
Kanawha County Judicial Building, 111 Court Street
Charleston, WV 25301
How to File in Kanawha 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 Kanawha County: Charleston (state capital). West Virginia small claims limit is $10,000. E-filing available statewide.
Ready to take action in Kanawha 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 West Virginia small claims court guide →