Marshall County Courthouse - Guntersville
Filing information for Marshall County Courthouse - Guntersville in Guntersville, AL. Part of the Marshall County small claims court system.
Small claims in Alabama — the numbers that apply at this court
$6,000
maximum claim
from $35
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Alabama small claims guide · The form that starts a case (SM-1): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Marshall County Courthouse - Guntersville
424 Blount Avenue, Suite 201
Guntersville, AL 35976
Mailing Address
424 Blount Avenue, Suite 201
Guntersville, AL 35976
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Area Served
Marshall County
How to File at Marshall County Courthouse - Guntersville
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: AlaFile is a web-based application for electronic filing. It is available for Alabama licensed attorneys, pro se individuals, and pro se businesses.
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 get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideWrong court? Marshall County has 2 courts.
See all 2 courts in Marshall County →Small claims rules in Alabama
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $6,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Marshall County Courthouse - Guntersville?
Filing fees in Alabama are set by the state and run from $35 to $198, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Alabama 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 Marshall County?
Small claims cases in Marshall 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 Marshall County Courthouse - Guntersville?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Marshall County Courthouse - Guntersville, and when is it open?
Marshall County Courthouse - Guntersville is at 424 Blount Avenue, Suite 201, Guntersville, AL 35976. Posted hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Phone: (256) 571-7793. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Guntersville?
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.