Montgomery County Clerk of Court
Filing information for Montgomery County Clerk of Court in Red Oak, IA. Part of the Montgomery County small claims court system.
Small claims in Iowa — the numbers that apply at this court
$6,500
maximum claim
$95
filing fee (published)
2–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Iowa small claims guide · The form that starts a case (Form 3.1): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Montgomery County Clerk of Court
105 Coolbaugh Street
Red Oak, IA 51566
Mailing Address
105 Coolbaugh Street
Red Oak, IA 51566
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Area Served
Montgomery County
How to File at Montgomery County Clerk of Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Electronic filing is required for small claims cases in Iowa, unless an exception is granted by the court. Users must register for an account. Documents must typically be in PDF format. Assistance with e-filing is available at the Clerk of Court's office.
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 Iowa
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $6,500.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
10 yrs written contract · 5 yrs oral contract · 5 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Montgomery County Clerk of Court?
Filing fees in Iowa are set by the state and are $95. If you can't afford the fee, Iowa 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 Montgomery County?
Small claims cases in Montgomery County are limited to $6,500. 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 Montgomery County Clerk of Court?
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 Montgomery County Clerk of Court, and when is it open?
Montgomery County Clerk of Court is at 105 Coolbaugh Street, Red Oak, IA 51566. Posted hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.. Phone: (712) 623-4986. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Red Oak?
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.