Montgomery County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Montgomery County, KS. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Independence area.
Small claims in Kansas — the numbers for Montgomery County courts
$10,000
maximum claim
from $35
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–5 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Kansas small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Montgomery County District Court - Independence
300 E Main St, 2nd Floor
Independence, KS 67301
Other Courthouse Locations
Montgomery County District Court - Coffeyville
102 W 7th St, 3rd Floor
Coffeyville, KS 67337
Serves: Montgomery County
Montgomery County District Court - Sedan
215 N Chautauqua St, 3rd Floor
Sedan, KS 67361
Serves: Montgomery County
How to File in Montgomery County
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this courthouse first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee (check or money order) plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to take action in Montgomery County?
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 Kansas
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
5 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 2 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Montgomery County?
Filing fees in Kansas are set by the state and run from $35 to $55, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Kansas 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 $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 in Montgomery County?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Montgomery County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Montgomery County?
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.