Monroe County Clerk's Office
Filing information for Monroe County Clerk's Office in Bloomington, IN. Part of the Monroe County small claims court system.
Small claims in Indiana — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
$52
filing fee (published)
2–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Indiana small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Monroe County Clerk's Office
100 West Kirkwood Avenue, Room 201
Bloomington, IN 47404
Mailing Address
100 West Kirkwood Avenue, Room 201
Bloomington, IN 47404
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
Filing cutoff: Permit requests must be submitted by 2:30 p.m. for same-day processing, though this may not apply to court filings.
Area Served
All of Monroe County
How to File at Monroe County Clerk's Office
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
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 guideSmall claims rules in Indiana
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Marion County (Indianapolis) handles small claims in township courts
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
10 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Monroe County Clerk's Office?
Filing fees in Indiana are set by the state and are $52. If you can't afford the fee, Indiana 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 Monroe County?
Small claims cases in Monroe County are limited to $10,000. 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 Monroe County Clerk's Office?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Monroe County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Where is Monroe County Clerk's Office, and when is it open?
Monroe County Clerk's Office is at 100 West Kirkwood Avenue, Room 201, Bloomington, IN 47404. Posted hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Phone: (812) 349-2600. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Bloomington?
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.