CivilProbate
Court of Chancery, New Castle County
Address
500 North King Street (Leonard L. Williams Justice Center), Wilmington, 19801
Phone
New Castle County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $10 to $210 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $10 to $175 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing.
Clerk & court records
Prothonotary, Superior Court of Delaware, New Castle County (divorce filed with the Family Court of Delaware)
Colleen Redmond (Prothonotary)
Leonard L. Williams Justice Center · Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Courthouses in New Castle County
CivilCriminalTraffic
Court of Common Pleas, New Castle County
Address
500 North King Street (Leonard L. Williams Justice Center), Wilmington, 19801
Phone
FamilyJuvenile
Family Court of Delaware, New Castle County
Address
500 North King Street (Leonard L. Williams Justice Center), Wilmington, 19801
Phone
CriminalTraffic
Justice of the Peace Court 11 (New Castle)
Address
2 Penns Way, Suite 100A, New Castle, 19720
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEviction
Justice of the Peace Court 13 (New Castle, Civil)
Address
2 Penns Way, Suite 203, New Castle, 19720
Phone
Criminal
Justice of the Peace Court 20 (Wilmington)
Address
824 N. Market Street, Suite 210, Wilmington, 19801
Phone
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsEviction
Justice of the Peace Court 9 (Middletown)
Address
757 North Broad Street (Middletown Square Shopping Center), Middletown, 19709
Phone
CivilCriminal
Superior Court of Delaware, New Castle County
Address
500 North King Street (Leonard L. Williams Justice Center), Wilmington, 19801
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in New Castle County?
The civil filing fee in New Castle County, Delaware is $210.00 ($200 filing + $10 court security assessment; Superior Court civil)
What is the small claims filing fee in New Castle County?
Small claims/lesser civil heard in Justice of the Peace Court or Court of Common Pleas, not Superior Court.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in New Castle County?
$175.00 ($165 + $10 court security assessment; Family Court petition for divorce)
Can I e-file court documents in New Castle County?
Yes. E-filing is available through File & ServeXpress. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for New Castle County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at courtconnect.courts.delaware.gov.
Where do I file court documents in New Castle County?
Filings go to the Prothonotary, Superior Court of Delaware, New Castle County (divorce filed with the Family Court of Delaware), located at 500 N King St, Wilmington, DE 19801. You can reach the clerk at (302) 255-0800 (Superior Court/Prothonotary); (302) 255-0300 (Family Court)