Spokane County Small Claims Court
How to file a small claims case in Spokane County, WA. Courthouse locations, hours, fees, and filing options for the Spokane area.
Small claims in Washington — the numbers for Spokane County courts
$10,000
maximum claim
$35
filing fee (published)
3–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
No
e-filing — file in person or by mail
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Washington small claims guide · The form that starts a case (MISC 05.0100): every field explained.
Main Courthouse
Spokane County District Court - Civil/Small Claims
Broadway Center Building, 721 N Jefferson St, 2nd Floor
Spokane, WA 99260
Other Courthouse Locations
Spokane County District Court - Spokane Valley
12710 E Sprague Ave
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
Serves: Proudly serving Spokane County and the cities of Deer Park, Fairfield, Latah, Liberty Lake, Millwood, Rockford, Spangle and Spokane Valley.
How to File in Spokane 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.
Important for Spokane County: Spokane area (eastern WA). Washington limit is $10,000.
Ready to take action in Spokane County?
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 Washington
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000 · businesses up to $5,000.
Corporations and LLCs limited to $5,000
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 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 Spokane County?
Filing fees in Washington are set by the state and are $35. If you can't afford the fee, Washington 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 Spokane County?
Small claims cases in Spokane 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 Spokane County?
No — the record shows no electronic filing for small claims in Spokane County. You'll file in person or by mail. Check with the clerk before you make the trip, in case that's changed.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Spokane 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.