Boston Municipal Court — East Boston Division
Filing information for Boston Municipal Court — East Boston Division in East Boston, MA. Part of the Suffolk County small claims court system.
E-Filing
✓ Available
Max Claim
$7,000
Courthouse Details
Boston Municipal Court — East Boston Division
37 Meridian Street
East Boston, MA 02128
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Area Served
East Boston, Winthrop, Logan Airport area
How to File at Boston Municipal Court — East Boston Division
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: Massachusetts uses Odyssey Guide & File system (eFileMA.com) for pro se small claims filing. The Small Claims Guide and File interview tool is the recommended pro se workflow — it walks filers through automated form generation and electronic submission to BMC and District Courts. Pro se filers can initiate new small claims cases online as of 2026. $7.00 convenience fee applies for e-filing on top of the tiered base fee.
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.
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