Lancaster County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Lancaster County, NE. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Lincoln area.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$7,500
Court
County Court of Lancaster County
Courthouse Location
County Court of Lancaster County
575 S 10th Street, 2nd Floor
Lincoln, NE 68508
How to File in Lancaster 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 Lancaster County: Lincoln (state capital). Nebraska limit is $3,600. Lawyers not allowed.
Ready to take action in Lancaster 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 Nebraska small claims court guide →