Lake County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Lake County, Indiana.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$100.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$100.00

At $100, the civil filing fee in Lake County is lower than most nearby counties (median $157 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Clerk of the Lake Circuit and Superior Courts

Michael A. Brown

2293 N. Main St., Crown Point, IN 46307
E-FilingMandatory

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Civil Complaint
$100.00
$100.00 (civil case court costs, IC 33-37-4; additional statutory fees may apply)
Small Claims
$35.00
$35.00 (small claims filing, IC 33-37-4; heard in Superior Court, County Division)
Divorce / Family
$100.00
$100.00 (dissolution filed as a civil case; optional $20 ADR fee, IC 33-23-6-1)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Lake County, Indiana is $100.00 (civil case court costs, IC 33-37-4; additional statutory fees may apply)

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

    $35.00 (small claims filing, IC 33-37-4; heard in Superior Court, County Division)

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

    $100.00 (dissolution filed as a civil case; optional $20 ADR fee, IC 33-23-6-1)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Indiana E-Filing System. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at public.courts.in.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Lake County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Lake Circuit and Superior Courts, located at 2293 N. Main St., Crown Point, IN 46307. You can reach the clerk at (219) 755-3460.

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