Lake County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$10 to $232
New civil suit
E-filing
Required
Through Indiana E-Filing System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$10 to $232
Small claims$35
Divorce / family$20 to $100

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $157, the civil filing fee in Lake County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Clerk of the Lake Circuit and Superior Courts
Michael A. Brown
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Courthouses in Lake County

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Clerk of the Lake Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
2293 N. Main Street, Crown Point, 46307
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Lake Circuit Court

Address
2293 N. Main Street, Crown Point, 46307
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Lake Superior Court - Civil Division 2

Address
3711 East Main Street, East Chicago, 46312
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Lake Superior Court - County Division 1

Address
2293 N. Main Street, Crown Point, 46307
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Lake Superior Court - County Division 2

Address
2293 N. Main Street, Crown Point, 46307
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Lake Superior Court - County Division 3

Address
2293 N. Main Street, Crown Point, 46307
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Lake Superior Court - County Division 4

Address
232 Russell Street, Hammond, 46320

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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 $157.00 (civil collection, civil tort, miscellaneous, mortgage foreclosure; includes first defendant); $232.00 plenary; +$10 per additional defendant; +$28 sheriff service fee if requested.

  • 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.

Clerk of the Lake Circuit and Superior Courts, IN: (219) 755-3460, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court