Effingham County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$50 to $218
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through eFileGA
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$50 to $218
Divorce / family$218

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $218, the civil filing fee in Effingham County is about the same as nearby counties (median $218 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Courthouses in Effingham County

CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminal

Effingham County Magistrate Court

Address
700 N Pine St, Suite 250, Springfield, 31329

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Effingham County, Georgia is $218.00 (new civil action, Superior Court per statewide Georgia Superior Courts Cost Schedule eff. 2024-07-01; O.C.G.A. 15-6-77), plus sheriff service fee $50.00.

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

    $218.00 (divorce/domestic relations filed as a civil action in Superior Court; same civil filing cost), plus service.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFileGA.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at webcasesearch.effinghamcounty.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Effingham County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of Superior Court, located at 700 N Pine Street, Suite 110, Springfield, GA 31329. You can reach the clerk at (912) 754-2118.

Effingham County Superior Court, GA: (912) 754-2118, Hours & $218 Filing Fee | 1Court