Lake County Superior Court, County Division - East Chicago
Filing information for Lake County Superior Court, County Division - East Chicago in East Chicago, IN. Part of the Lake County small claims court system.
E-Filing
✓ Available
Max Claim
$10,000
Courthouse Details
Lake County Superior Court, County Division - East Chicago
3711 Main Street
East Chicago, IN 46312
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm
Area Served
East Chicago, Hammond, Highland, Munster and Whiting.
How to File at Lake County Superior Court, County Division - East Chicago
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Attorneys are required to e-file in Lake County.
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.
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