St. Bernard Parish JP Court - Ward G
Filing information for St. Bernard Parish JP Court - Ward G in Chalmette, LA. Part of the St. Bernard Parish small claims court system.
Small claims in Louisiana — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$75
filing fee (published)
1–10 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Louisiana small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
St. Bernard Parish JP Court - Ward G
3804 Palmisano Blvd
Chalmette, LA 70043
Mailing Address
3804 Palmisano Blvd
Chalmette, LA 70043
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Area Served
Ward G, St. Bernard Parish
How to File at St. Bernard Parish JP Court - Ward G
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available statewide through eFileLA. The St. Bernard Parish Clerk of Court (for the 34th Judicial District Court) is accepting Civil E-Filings effective January 2026 via https://go.tybera.net/la/efile/. Louisiana Act 352 mandates e-filing for attorneys starting January 1, 2026.
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 guideWrong court? St. Bernard Parish has 11 courts.
See all 11 courts in St. Bernard Parish →Small claims rules in Louisiana
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Filed in Justice of the Peace courts in rural areas, City Courts in urban areas
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
10 yrs written contract · 10 yrs oral contract · 1 yr property damage · 1 yr personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at St. Bernard Parish JP Court - Ward G?
Filing fees in Louisiana are set by the state and are $75. If you can't afford the fee, Louisiana 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 St. Bernard Parish?
Small claims cases in St. Bernard Parish are limited to $5,000. 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 St. Bernard Parish JP Court - Ward G?
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 St. Bernard Parish JP Court - Ward G, and when is it open?
St. Bernard Parish JP Court - Ward G is at 3804 Palmisano Blvd, Chalmette, LA 70043. Posted hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Phone: (504) 330-3136. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Chalmette?
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.