Russell County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Russell County, Alabama.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$279.00
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$227.00

At $279, the civil filing fee in Russell County is higher than most nearby counties (median $218 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Russell County Circuit Clerk's Office

Jody Sellers

501 14th Street, Phenix City, AL 36867
Civil Complaint
$279.00
$279.00 (claims $50,000 or less); $379.00 (over $50,000)
Small Claims
$85.00
$85.00 to $248.00 depending on amount claimed
Divorce / Family
$227.00
$227.00 (domestic relations/family, new case)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Russell County, Alabama is $279.00 (claims $50,000 or less); $379.00 (over $50,000)

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

    $85.00 to $248.00 depending on amount claimed.

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

    $227.00 (domestic relations/family, new case)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through AlaFile.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at pa.alacourt.com.

  • Where do I file court documents in Russell County?

    Filings go to the Russell County Circuit Clerk's Office, located at 501 14th Street, Phenix City, AL 36867. You can reach the clerk at (334) 298-0516.

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