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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.

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E-Filing

✓ Available

Max Claim

$10,000

Courthouse Details

Lake County Superior Court, County Division - East Chicago

3711 Main Street

East Chicago, IN 46312

Phone: (219) 398-2442Fax: (219) 392-2482

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

Data verified May 6, 2026.