Oakland County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Oakland County, MI. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Pontiac area.
Small claims in Michigan — the numbers for Oakland County courts
$7,000
maximum claim
from $30
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
3–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Michigan small claims guide · The form that starts a case (DC 84): every field explained.
Main Courthouse
43rd District Court
305 E. Nine Mile Rd
Ferndale, MI 48220
Other Courthouse Locations
44th District Court
400 E. Eleven Mile Rd
Royal Oak, MI 48067
45A District Court — Berkley Division
3338 Coolidge Highway
Berkley, MI 48072
45B District Court — Oak Park Division
13600 Oak Park Blvd
Oak Park, MI 48237
46th District Court
26000 Evergreen Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
47th District Court
31605 W. Eleven Mile Rd
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
48th District Court
4280 Telegraph Rd
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
50th District Court
70 N. Saginaw St
Pontiac, MI 48342
51st District Court
5100 Civic Center Dr
Waterford, MI 48329
52nd District Court — Division 1 (Novi)
48150 Grand River Ave
Novi, MI 48374
52nd District Court — Division 2 (Clarkston)
5850 Andersonville Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
52nd District Court — Division 3 (Rochester Hills)
700 Barclay Cir
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
52nd District Court — Division 4 (Troy)
520 W. Big Beaver Rd
Troy, MI 48084
How to File in Oakland County
E-filing available
This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
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 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 Michigan
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $7,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Oakland County?
Filing fees in Michigan are set by the state and run from $30 to $70, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Michigan 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 Oakland County?
Small claims cases in Oakland County are limited to $7,000. 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 Oakland County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Oakland County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Oakland 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.