Walker County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$293.00
E-filing
Yes for attorneys
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$241.00

At $293, the civil filing fee in Walker County is higher than most nearby counties (median $251 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Walker County Circuit Clerk's Office

Richard E. Fikes

1803 3rd Avenue, Suite 205, Jasper, AL 35501
(205) 384-7268

Self-Help & Jury

Jury Service
E-FilingYes for attorneys

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Filing Fees
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Civil Complaint
$293.00
Circuit civil complaint (one defendant): $293.00 by sheriff / $281.00 by certified mail for claims up to $50,000; $393.00 / $381.00 for claims over $50,000. Basis: Walker County Circuit Court civil fee sheet (statewide UJS consolidated docket fee); effective date not shown on sheet.
Small Claims
$1,500
Small claims (one defendant): up to $1,500 = $91.50 by sheriff / $79.50 by certified mail; $1,501-$3,000 = $173.00 / $161.00. Per Walker County civil fee sheet.
Divorce / Family
$241.00
Domestic relations/divorce (one defendant): $241.00 by sheriff / $229.00 by certified mail; modification/rule nisi/enforcement $293.00 / $281.00. Per Walker County civil fee sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Walker County, Alabama is Circuit civil complaint (one defendant): $293.00 by sheriff / $281.00 by certified mail for claims up to $50,000; $393.00 / $381.00 for claims over $50,000. Basis: Walker County Circuit Court civil fee sheet (statewide UJS consolidated docket fee); effective date not shown on sheet.

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

    Small claims (one defendant): up to $1,500 = $91.50 by sheriff / $79.50 by certified mail; $1,501-$3,000 = $173.00 / $161.00. Per Walker County civil fee sheet.

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

    Domestic relations/divorce (one defendant): $241.00 by sheriff / $229.00 by certified mail; modification/rule nisi/enforcement $293.00 / $281.00. Per Walker County civil fee sheet.

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Walker County?

    Filings go to the Walker County Circuit Clerk's Office, located at 1803 3rd Avenue, Suite 205, Jasper, AL 35501. You can reach the clerk at (205) 384-7268.

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