Henderson Jurisdiction - Clark County

Henderson Justice Court

Small Claims Court Serving Henderson City Limits

243 S Water Street, Henderson, NV 89009

$10,000
Max Claim Amount
$71-166
Filing Fees
7:30-5:30
Court Hours
$29
Our Service Fee
243 S Water Street
(702) 455-7951
Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Free Parking Available
Henderson Justice Court - Complete Information

Location Details

243 S Water Street

Henderson, NV 89009

Downtown Henderson

Near City Hall & Water Street District

Hours & Contact

Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Filing Counter: Closes at 5:00 PM

Phone: (702) 455-7951

Closed: Weekends & Holidays

Parking & Access

✓ Free on-site parking (200+ spaces)

✓ Handicap accessible parking

✓ ADA compliant facilities

✓ Public transit accessible

Important: Henderson Justice Court exclusively handles cases within Henderson city limits. This includes Green Valley, Gibson Springs, and all incorporated areas of Henderson. For cases outside Henderson but within Clark County, you may need to file at the Regional Justice Center in Las Vegas or North Las Vegas Justice Court.

Henderson vs Las Vegas Justice Court

Understanding the Differences Between Court Locations

AspectHenderson Justice CourtLas Vegas Justice Court
Location243 S Water Street, Henderson200 Lewis Avenue, Las Vegas
Wait TimesGenerally shorter (30-45 min)Can be longer (1-2 hours)
ParkingFree, ample parkingLimited, paid parking downtown
JurisdictionHenderson city limits onlyLas Vegas & unincorporated Clark County
Court Hours7:30 AM - 5:30 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Small Claims Limit$10,000$10,000
Pro Tip: Henderson Justice Court typically has shorter wait times and easier parking than the downtown Las Vegas location, making it a more convenient choice if your case falls within Henderson jurisdiction.

Henderson Court Jurisdiction

Understanding What Cases Are Handled at 243 S Water Street

Jurisdictional Coverage

Henderson Justice Court covers all areas within Henderson city limits including:

  • Downtown Henderson & Water Street District
  • Green Valley & Green Valley Ranch
  • Gibson Springs & Seven Hills
  • Anthem & MacDonald Highlands
  • Lake Las Vegas & Cadence
Types of Cases Handled

Common case types filed at Henderson Justice Court:

  • Landlord-tenant disputes & security deposits
  • Auto accidents & property damage
  • Consumer disputes & breach of contract
  • Unpaid wages & contractor disputes
  • Bad checks & unpaid debts
Henderson Small Claims Filing Process
Step-by-step guide to filing at Henderson Justice Court
1

Determine Jurisdiction

Verify the defendant lives or does business in Henderson, or the incident occurred within Henderson city limits.

2

Prepare Your Documents

Gather evidence including contracts, receipts, photos, and correspondence. Calculate exact damages up to $10,000.

3

File Your Claim

Visit 243 S Water Street or use PettyLawsuit's $29 service for professional preparation and filing assistance.

4

Serve the Defendant

Arrange for proper service through certified mail, sheriff's service, or licensed process server.

5

Attend Your Hearing

Present your case to the judge at Henderson Justice Court. Bring all evidence and witnesses.

DIY Filing vs Professional Service

Why Henderson residents choose PettyLawsuit over doing it themselves

DIY Filing Challenges
  • Multiple trips to 243 S Water Street
  • Complex legal forms and terminology
  • Risk of procedural errors and dismissal
  • Time off work for court visits
  • Confusion about Henderson vs Las Vegas jurisdiction
  • Difficulty serving defendants properly

3-4 hours

Average time spent on DIY filing

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  • No trips to Henderson courthouse needed
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Henderson Justice Court Fees

Complete cost breakdown for filing at 243 S Water Street

Filing Fee Schedule
Claim AmountCourt Filing FeeService Fee (Estimated)Total Cost
$0 - $1,000$71$50-100$121-171
$1,001 - $2,500$96$50-100$146-196
$2,501 - $5,000$121$50-100$171-221
$5,001 - $7,500$146$50-100$196-246
$7,501 - $10,000$166$50-100$216-266
Payment Methods Accepted
  • Cash (exact change recommended)
  • Money orders
  • Cashier's checks
  • Credit/Debit cards (with fee)
Additional Fees to Consider
  • Process server: $50-150
  • Sheriff service: $40-60
  • Certified mail: $15-25
  • Witness fees: $25/day + mileage

Henderson Court Departments

Services available at 243 S Water Street

Small Claims Division

Handles civil disputes up to $10,000

  • • Contract disputes
  • • Property damage claims
  • • Security deposit returns
  • • Consumer complaints

Phone: (702) 455-7951

Eviction Services

Landlord-tenant matters

  • • Summary evictions
  • • Unlawful detainer
  • • Tenant complaints
  • • Lease violations

Same-day processing available

Traffic Division

Traffic violations in Henderson

  • • Moving violations
  • • Parking tickets
  • • Traffic school
  • • License issues

Online payment available

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henderson Justice Court

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Related Las Vegas Resources

Las Vegas Small Claims Court

Complete guide to filing small claims in Las Vegas

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Clark County Justice Center

Main courthouse in downtown Las Vegas

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North Las Vegas Court

Northern jurisdiction with ample parking

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Court Forms

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Filing Fees

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Frequently asked questions

What is the address of Henderson Justice Court?

Henderson Justice Court is located at 243 S Water Street, Henderson, NV 89009. The court is situated in downtown Henderson and handles small claims cases for the Henderson city limits.

What are Henderson Justice Court hours?

Henderson Justice Court is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, excluding holidays. The filing counter typically closes at 5:00 PM for new filings.

How much can I sue for in Henderson small claims court?

The maximum amount you can sue for in Henderson small claims court is $10,000, not including court costs and interest. This is the same limit as other Nevada Justice Courts.

What's the difference between Henderson Justice Court and Las Vegas Justice Court?

Henderson Justice Court handles cases within Henderson city limits, while Las Vegas Justice Court handles cases in Las Vegas proper. Henderson Court is generally less crowded with shorter wait times, but both follow the same Nevada small claims procedures and have the same $10,000 limit.