Montgomery County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Montgomery County, PA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Norristown area.
Small claims in Pennsylvania — the numbers for Montgomery County courts
$12,000
maximum claim
from $53
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–4 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Pennsylvania small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1517 Markley St
Norristown, PA 19401
Other Courthouse Locations
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
102 York Rd
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1150 Old York Rd
Abington, PA 19001
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1150 Old York Rd
Abington, PA 19001
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
100 Old York Rd
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
925 Montgomery Ave
Narberth, PA 19072
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
925 Montgomery Ave
Narberth, PA 19072
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1642 Bethlehem Pike
Flourtown, PA 19031
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
4010 Chemical Rd
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
100 Butler Pike
Ambler, PA 19002
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
8015 DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1414 W. Main St
Norristown, PA 19401
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
Plymouth Plaza, 580 W. Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
107 E. Main St
Lansdale, PA 19446
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1000 W. Valley Forge Rd
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1515 Dekalb St
Norristown, PA 19401
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1030 Cowpath Rd
Hatfield, PA 19440
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
108 High St
Pottstown, PA 19464
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
810 N. Charlotte St
Pottstown, PA 19464
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1301 Horsham Rd
Horsham, PA 19044
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
4002 Center Ave
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
621 W. Main St
Trappe, PA 19426
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
214 Main St
Schwenksville, PA 19473
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
905 Sheble Lane
Penllyn, PA 19422
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
1314 Skippack Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
344 Main St
Harleysville, PA 19438
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
925 Montgomery Ave
Narberth, PA 19072
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
117 Main St
Red Hill, PA 19076
Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court System
Pottstown Plaza, 799 State St
Pottstown, PA 19464
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.
Important for Montgomery County: Case Initiation Form: MDJS 308A (Civil Complaint) | Case Types Handled: Civil money claims (contract disputes, debt collection, property damage, personal injury under $12,000), Landlord-Tenant complaints (evictions and possession), Recovery of personal property | Appeal Rights: Either party may appeal MDJ judgment to Court of Common Pleas within 30 days for de novo review (new trial) | Venue Rule: File at the MDJ court serving the defendant's municipality of residence (or where business operates, for entity defendants). Each Montgomery County MDJ serves specific assigned municipalities — see locations array.
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 Pennsylvania
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $12,000.
Philadelphia uses Municipal Court small claims ($12,000 limit)
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
4 yrs written contract · 4 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 Pennsylvania are set by the state and run from $53 to $103, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Pennsylvania 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 $12,000. 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.