Pacific County North District Court
Filing information for Pacific County North District Court in South Bend, WA. Part of the Pacific County small claims court system.
Small claims in Washington — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
$35
filing fee (published)
3–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Washington small claims guide · The form that starts a case (MISC 05.0100): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Pacific County North District Court
300 Memorial Drive
South Bend, WA 98586
Mailing Address
PO Box 134
South Bend, WA 98586
Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Area Served
Raymond and surrounding areas
How to File at Pacific County North District Court
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available through eFileWA for participating courts in Washington. Users need to register for an account. Pacific County Superior Court and County Clerk website links to eFileWA. Filing hours for court documents are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PST, excluding court holidays. Documents received outside these hours are considered filed the next business day.
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 guideWrong court? Pacific County has 2 courts.
See all 2 courts in Pacific County →Small claims rules in Washington
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000 · businesses up to $5,000.
Corporations and LLCs limited to $5,000
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 3 yrs oral contract · 3 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Pacific County North District Court?
Filing fees in Washington are set by the state and are $35. If you can't afford the fee, Washington 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 Pacific County?
Small claims cases in Pacific 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 at Pacific County North District 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 Pacific County North District Court, and when is it open?
Pacific County North District Court is at 300 Memorial Drive, South Bend, WA 98586. Posted hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Phone: (360) 875-9354. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in South Bend?
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.