Ottawa County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Ottawa County, MI. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Grand Haven area.

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Courts (3)

3 courthouses

Main Courthouse

58th District Court - Grand Haven

414 Washington Ave

Grand Haven, MI 49417

Phone: (616) 846-8280Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Other Courthouse Locations

58th District Court - Holland

85 W. 8th Street

Holland, MI 49423

Serves: Central Ottawa County

Phone: (616) 392-6991Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

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58th District Court - Hudsonville

3100 Port Sheldon Road

Hudsonville, MI 49426

Serves: Eastern Ottawa County

Phone: (616) 662-3100Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

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How to File in Ottawa County

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E-filing available

This county accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.

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File in person

Bring your completed forms to the courthouse clerk during business hours. Pay the filing fee by cash, check, or credit card.

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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.

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For statewide rules including filing limits, statutes of limitations, and court procedures, see the full Michigan small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.