Rockingham County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Rockingham County, NH. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Brentwood area.
Small claims in New Hampshire — the numbers for Rockingham County courts
$10,000
maximum claim
from $90
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
3 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full New Hampshire small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Main Courthouse
NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Brentwood
10 Route 125
Brentwood, NH 03833
Other Courthouse Locations
NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Candia
110 Raymond Rd
Candia, NH 03034
Serves: Towns of Auburn, Candia, Deerfield, Northwood, Nottingham, and Raymond
NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Derry
10 Courthouse Lane
Derry, NH 03038
Serves: Towns of Derry, Londonderry, Chester, and Sandown
NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Hampton (Seabrook)
3 Timber Swamp Road
Hampton, NH 03842
Serves: Towns of Hampton, Hampton Falls, North Hampton, South Hampton, and Seabrook
NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth
111 Parrott Avenue
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Serves: City of Portsmouth and the towns of Newington, Greenland, Rye, and New Castle
NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Salem
35 Geremonty Drive
Salem, NH 03079
Serves: Towns of Salem, Atkinson, Plaistow, and Windham
How to File in Rockingham 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 New Hampshire
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
3 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 in Rockingham County?
Filing fees in New Hampshire are set by the state and run from $90 to $145, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, New Hampshire 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 Rockingham County?
Small claims cases in Rockingham 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 in Rockingham County?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Rockingham 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 Rockingham 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.