Raleigh County Small Claims Court

How to file a small claims case in Raleigh County, WV. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Beckley area.

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$20,000

Court

Raleigh County Magistrate Court

Courthouse Location

Raleigh County Magistrate Court

Raleigh County Judicial Center, 222 Main Street

Beckley, WV 25801

Phone: (304) 255-9197 (Magistrate Clerk)Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

How to File in Raleigh 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 Raleigh County?

A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.

Read the demand letter guide

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

Data verified May 6, 2026.