Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court, Civil, Small Claims and Jury Division
Filing information for Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court, Civil, Small Claims and Jury Division in West Bend, WI. Part of the Washington County small claims court system.
Small claims in Wisconsin — the numbers that apply at this court
$10,000
maximum claim
$94.50
filing fee (published)
3–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full Wisconsin small claims guide · The form that starts a case (SC-500): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court, Civil, Small Claims and Jury Division
Washington County Justice Center, 484 Rolfs Avenue, Room 3151
West Bend, WI 53090
Mailing Address
484 Rolfs Avenue
West Bend, WI 53090
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Area Served
Washington County (where the defendant lives or where the action took place)
How to File at Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court, Civil, Small Claims and Jury Division
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available for small claims cases in Wisconsin. Most case files are accessible online by parties for a one-time fee of $35. Parties can opt-in as an e-filing participant.
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 guideSmall claims rules in Wisconsin
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $10,000.
Eviction cases can also be filed in small claims
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 3 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court, Civil, Small Claims and Jury Division?
Filing fees in Wisconsin are set by the state and are $94.50. If you can't afford the fee, Wisconsin 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 Washington County?
Small claims cases in Washington 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 at Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court, Civil, Small Claims and Jury Division?
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 Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court, Civil, Small Claims and Jury Division, and when is it open?
Washington County Clerk of Circuit Court, Civil, Small Claims and Jury Division is at Washington County Justice Center, 484 Rolfs Avenue, Room 3151, West Bend, WI 53090. Posted hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Phone: (262) 335-4341. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in West Bend?
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.