Lawrence County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Lawrence County, PA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the New Castle area.
Small claims in Pennsylvania — the numbers for Lawrence County courts
$12,000
maximum claim
from $53
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–4 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Pennsylvania small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Magisterial District Court 53-1-01
430 Court Street
New Castle, PA 16101
Other Courthouse Locations
Magisterial District Court 53-3-01
607 Lawrence Avenue
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Serves: Ellwood City Borough; Ellport Borough; Little Beaver Township; Enon Valley Borough; Wampum Borough; New Beaver Borough; Wayne Township; Perry Township; Slippery Rock Township
Magisterial District Court 53-3-02
4834 State Route 18
New Castle, PA 16102
Serves: Union Township; Mahoning Township; North Beaver Township; SNPJ Borough; Taylor Township; 6th Ward of New Castle; Bessemer Borough
Magisterial District Court 53-3-04
3470 Wilmington Road
New Castle, PA 16105
Serves: Neshannock Township; South New Castle Borough; Wilmington Township; New Wilmington Borough; Pulaski Township; Volant Borough; Shenango Township; Hickory Township; Scott Township; Washington Township; Plain Grove Township
How to File in Lawrence 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.
Ready to take action in Lawrence County?
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 Pennsylvania
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $12,000.
Philadelphia uses Municipal Court small claims ($12,000 limit)
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
4 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Lawrence County?
Filing fees in Pennsylvania are set by the state and run from $53 to $103, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Pennsylvania 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 Lawrence County?
Small claims cases in Lawrence County are limited to $12,000. 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 in Lawrence County?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Lawrence County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Lawrence County?
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.