Montgomery County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$246 to $346
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through AlaFile
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Via the clerk
No free online search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$246 to $346
Small claims$52 to $215
Divorce / family$194

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $246, the civil filing fee in Montgomery County is lower than most nearby counties (median $297 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Montgomery County Circuit Clerk, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Court of Alabama
Gina J. Ishman
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Montgomery County

CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTrafficJuvenile

Montgomery County District Court

Address
251 S Lawrence St, Montgomery, 36104

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Montgomery County?

    The civil filing fee in Montgomery County, Alabama is $246.00 (circuit civil, $20,001-$50,000); $346.00 ($50,001 and over), plus sheriff service; per Montgomery County Circuit Civil fee chart, effective date not shown.

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Montgomery County?

    $52.00 (up to $1,500); $126.00 ($1,500.01-$3,000); $215.00 ($3,000.01-$6,000), one defendant, plus sheriff service; per Montgomery County Small Claims fee chart.

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Montgomery County?

    $194.00 (Domestic Relations docket fee); per Montgomery County Domestic Relations fee chart, effective date not shown.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Montgomery County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through AlaFile. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Montgomery County?

    No free public online case search is available for this court. Contact the clerk of court for case records.

  • Where do I file court documents in Montgomery County?

    Filings go to the Montgomery County Circuit Clerk, Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Court of Alabama. You can reach the clerk at (334) 832-1260.

Montgomery County Circuit Court, AL: (334) 832-1260, Hours & $246 Filing Fee | 1Court