Boston Municipal Court — Charlestown Division
Filing information for Boston Municipal Court — Charlestown Division in Charlestown, MA. Part of the Suffolk County small claims court system.
Small claims in Massachusetts — the numbers that apply at this court
$7,000
maximum claim
from $40
filing fee (published, varies by claim)
3–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Massachusetts small claims guide · The form that starts a case: every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Boston Municipal Court — Charlestown Division
3 City Square
Charlestown, MA 02129
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Area Served
Charlestown
How to File at Boston Municipal Court — Charlestown Division
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: The Massachusetts court system offers a 'Guide and File' online interview for small claims, which generates filled-in forms for electronic filing. E-filing for small claims is optional for self-represented litigants in the Boston Municipal Court.
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?
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How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $7,000.
Businesses with more than 5 employees cannot file in small claims for consumer transactions
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 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 Boston Municipal Court — Charlestown Division?
Filing fees in Massachusetts are set by the state and run from $40 to $150, depending on how much you're claiming. If you can't afford the fee, Massachusetts 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 Suffolk County?
Small claims cases in Suffolk County are limited to $7,000. 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 Boston Municipal Court — Charlestown Division?
Yes — electronic filing is available for small claims in Suffolk County. You can also file in person or by mail. The clerk's office can tell you which option is fastest for your case.
Where is Boston Municipal Court — Charlestown Division, and when is it open?
Boston Municipal Court — Charlestown Division is at 3 City Square, Charlestown, MA 02129. Posted hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Phone: (617) 242-5400. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Charlestown?
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.