Lea County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Lea County, NM. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Lovington area.

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Courts (4)

4 courthouses

Main Courthouse

Hobbs Magistrate Court

2110 N. Alto Drive

Hobbs, NM 88240

Phone: (575) 397-3621Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Other Courthouse Locations

Eunice Magistrate Court

1008 12th St.

Eunice, NM 88231

Phone: (575) 394-3368Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Jal Magistrate Court

3421 State Highway 18

Jal, NM 88252

Phone: (575) 395-2740Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Lovington Magistrate Court

26 W. Avenue A

Lovington, NM 88260

Phone: (575) 396-6677Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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How to File in Lea County

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E-filing available

This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

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File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.

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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.

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A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

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For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full New Mexico small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.