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Nassau County Small Claims Court: File Your Case for Under $5,000

$5,000
Maximum Claim
$15-20
Filing Fee
Evening
Court Sessions
5
Locations

Nassau County Small Claims Court handles disputes up to $5,000 quickly and affordably. With evening sessions at all 5 district court locations and no attorney requirement, it's the perfect solution for resolving common disputes.

Understanding Nassau County Small Claims Court

Cases You Can File
  • Breach of contract (up to $5,000)
  • Unpaid loans or debts
  • Property damage claims
  • Security deposit disputes
  • Defective goods or services
  • Auto accident damages
  • Personal property disputes
  • Unpaid rent (non-eviction)
Cases You Cannot File
  • Claims over $5,000
  • Evictions (landlord-tenant court)
  • Divorce or family matters
  • Criminal cases
  • Defamation or slander
  • Professional malpractice
  • Discrimination claims
  • Federal law violations
Night Court Advantage: Nassau County offers evening small claims sessions, allowing you to pursue your case without missing work. Sessions typically start at 6:00 PM.

How to File Small Claims in Nassau County

Step 1: Verify Amount

2 min

Ensure your claim is $5,000 or less. If more, consider reducing or filing in civil court.

Step 2: Choose Location

5 min

Select from Hempstead (1st or 2nd District), Great Neck, or other Nassau courts based on defendant's address.

Step 3: Gather Evidence

30 min

Collect contracts, receipts, photos, emails, and any documentation supporting your claim.

Step 4: Complete Forms

15 min

Fill out Small Claims Application with defendant details, claim amount, and case description.

Step 5: File at Court

45 min

Submit forms at chosen district court. Pay $15 (up to $1,000) or $20 ($1,001-$5,000).

Step 6: Serve Defendant

5-10 days

Choose certified mail ($6) or personal service ($40). Must be completed before hearing.

Step 7: Attend Night Court

Evening

Appear at evening session with all evidence. Present case clearly to judge.

Skip the Courthouse - File Online

Avoid trips to the courthouse and long lines. Our service handles all paperwork and ensures proper filing at the correct Nassau County location.

Nassau County Night Court Locations

1st District Court - Hempstead
99 Main Street, Hempstead, NY 11550
(516) 572-2262
Tuesday & Thursday Evenings
Serves: Hempstead, Garden City, Uniondale, West Hempstead
2nd District Court - Hempstead
99 Main Street, Hempstead, NY 11550
(516) 572-2263
Monday & Wednesday Evenings
Serves: Freeport, Baldwin, Bellmore, Merrick, Roosevelt
3rd District Court - Great Neck
435 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck, NY 11023
(516) 571-8400
Tuesday Evenings
Serves: Great Neck, Manhasset, Port Washington, Roslyn
Former 4th District - Mineola
Cases Transferred to Other Courts
Call (516) 493-3000 for info
N/A - Court Closed
Serves: Cases redistributed to other district courts
Evening Sessions: Small claims hearings typically begin at 6:00 PM. Arrive 30 minutes early to check in with the clerk. Call ahead to confirm your court date.
Nassau County Small Claims Fee Calculator

Ready to File Your Small Claims Case?

Don't let disputes under $5,000 go unresolved. Nassau County's night court makes it easy to get justice without missing work.

$29 service fee + court filing fees. Evening hearings available.

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