Shelby County District Court (Clerk's Office)
Filing information for Shelby County District Court (Clerk's Office) in Columbiana, AL. Part of the Shelby County small claims court system.
Small claims in Alabama — the numbers that apply at this court
$6,000
maximum claim
from $35
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Alabama small claims guide · The form that starts a case (SM-1): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Shelby County District Court (Clerk's Office)
112 North Main Street
Columbiana, AL 35051
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1810
Columbiana, AL 35051
Hours: Monday Through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Area Served
Shelby County
How to File at Shelby County District Court (Clerk's Office)
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing through AlaFile is available, primarily for attorneys. Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) is also available for cases filed by attorneys and/or businesses.
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 guideSmall claims rules in Alabama
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $6,000.
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Shelby County District Court (Clerk's Office)?
Filing fees in Alabama are set by the state and run from $35 to $198, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Alabama 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 Shelby County?
Small claims cases in Shelby County are limited to $6,000. 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 Shelby County District Court (Clerk's Office)?
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 Shelby County District Court (Clerk's Office), and when is it open?
Shelby County District Court (Clerk's Office) is at 112 North Main Street, Columbiana, AL 35051. Posted hours: Monday Through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.. Phone: (205) 670-5274. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Columbiana?
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.