Cuyahoga County small claims cases are heard by the Cleveland Municipal Court and suburban municipal courts. You can sue for up to $6,000 (Ohio Rev. Code § 1925.02). PettyLawsuit prepares your demand letter and OH court paperwork in 5 minutes for $29. Facts verified August 2026.
How Much Can You Sue For in Cuyahoga County?
"a small claims division established under section 1925.01 of the Revised Code has jurisdiction in civil actions for the recovery of taxes and money only, for amounts not exceeding six thousand dollars, exclusive of interest and costs." (Ohio Rev. Code § 1925.02). Exclusive of interest and costs.
Cuyahoga County Small Claims Filing Fees
In Cleveland Municipal Court, the filing fee is $37.00, which includes one defendant, plus $7.00 for each additional defendant. Suburban municipal courts set their own fees. Source: Cleveland Municipal Court, Clerk of Courts.
Where to File in Cuyahoga County
- Cleveland Municipal Court - Clerk of Courts, 1200 Ontario Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113. Cuyahoga County is served by multiple municipal courts. Cleveland Municipal Court covers Cleveland; suburbs have their own courts.
How to file a small claim in Cleveland: https://clevelandmunicipalcourt.org/clerk-of-courts/civil-division/how-to-file-a-small-claim---new
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I sue for in Cuyahoga County small claims court?
The limit is $6,000. Exclusive of interest and costs. Per Ohio Rev. Code § 1925.02: "a small claims division established under section 1925.01 of the Revised Code has jurisdiction in civil actions for the recovery of taxes and money only, for amounts not exceeding six thousand dollars, exclusive of interest and costs."
Where do I file a small claims case in Cuyahoga County?
Cases are filed with the Cleveland Municipal Court and suburban municipal courts. One filing location is Cleveland Municipal Court - Clerk of Courts, 1200 Ontario Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113. Use the court's official locator to confirm the right location for your dispute.
How much does it cost to file in Cuyahoga County?
In Cleveland Municipal Court, the filing fee is $37.00, which includes one defendant, plus $7.00 for each additional defendant. Suburban municipal courts set their own fees. Source: Cleveland Municipal Court, Clerk of Courts.
What should I do before filing in Cuyahoga County?
Send a formal demand letter first. Many defendants respond once a certified letter arrives, and a dated demand letter documents that you asked for payment before suing. PettyLawsuit writes and mails yours for $29 in about 5 minutes.