Somerset County Small Claims Court

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

E-Filing

Not available

Max Claim

$12,000

Court

Magisterial District Court 16-3-03

Courthouse Location

Magisterial District Court 16-3-03

218 N Kimberly Ave, Suite 200

Somerset, PA 15501

Phone: (814) 445-1535Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

How to File in Somerset 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 Somerset 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 Pennsylvania small claims court guide →

Data verified May 6, 2026.