Logan County Court
Filing information for Logan County Court in Stapleton, NE. Part of the Logan County small claims court system.
Small claims in Nebraska — the numbers that apply at this court
$7,500
maximum claim
from $26
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
4–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Nebraska small claims guide · The form that starts a case (CC 4:1): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Logan County Court
317 Main Street, P.O. Box 8
Stapleton, NE 69163
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 8
Stapleton, NE 69163
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (This office is staffed by two persons and only open for business on certain days of the week, which sometimes vary. There is someone to take calls/messages M-F, 8 am to 4:30 pm. Please phone ahead to make an appointment or leave a message.)
How to File at Logan County Court
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.
Ready to take action?
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 Nebraska
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $7,500.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 4 yrs oral contract · 4 yrs property damage · 4 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Logan County Court?
Filing fees in Nebraska are set by the state and run from $26 to $46, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Nebraska 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 Logan County?
Small claims cases in Logan County are limited to $7,500. 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 at Logan County Court?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Logan County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Where is Logan County Court, and when is it open?
Logan County Court is at 317 Main Street, P.O. Box 8, Stapleton, NE 69163. Posted hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (This office is staffed by two persons and only open for business on certain days of the week, which sometimes vary. There is someone to take calls/messages M-F, 8 am to 4:30 pm. Please phone ahead to make an appointment or leave a message.). Phone: (308) 636-2677. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Stapleton?
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.