Madison County Municipal Court
Filing information for Madison County Municipal Court in London, OH. Part of the Madison County small claims court system.
Small claims in Ohio — the numbers that apply at this court
$6,000
maximum claim
$50
filing fee (published)
2–8 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Ohio small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Madison County Municipal Court
55 North Oak St.
London, OH 43140
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Area Served
Madison County
How to File at Madison County Municipal 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 Ohio
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $6,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
8 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 4 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Madison County Municipal Court?
Filing fees in Ohio are set by the state and are $50. If you can't afford the fee, Ohio 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 Madison County?
Small claims cases in Madison County are limited to $6,000. 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 at Madison County Municipal Court?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Madison 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 Madison County Municipal Court, and when is it open?
Madison County Municipal Court is at 55 North Oak St., London, OH 43140. Posted hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Phone: (740) 852-1669. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in London?
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.