NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth
Filing information for NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth in Portsmouth, NH. Part of the Rockingham County small claims court system.
Small claims in New Hampshire — the numbers that apply at this court
$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.
Courthouse Details
NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth
111 Parrott Avenue
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
Area Served
City of Portsmouth and the towns of Newington, Greenland, Rye, and New Castle
How to File at NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Electronic filing is mandatory for small claims cases at all District Division locations. Self-represented litigants use TurboCourt, while attorneys use File & Serve. Exceptions for electronic filing may be granted under extraordinary circumstances or for safety concerns.
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.
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See all 6 courts in Rockingham County →Small 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 at NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth?
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 at NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth?
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 NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth, and when is it open?
NH Circuit Court 10th Circuit – District Division – Portsmouth is at 111 Parrott Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801. Posted hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. Phone: (855) 212-1234. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Portsmouth?
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.