Wells County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$157
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Indiana E-Filing System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$157
Divorce / family$157

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $157, the civil filing fee in Wells County is about the same as nearby counties (median $157 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Wells County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Beth Davis
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Wells County

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Clerk of the Wells Circuit and Superior Courts

Address
102 Market Street, #201, Bluffton, 46714
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Wells Circuit Court

Address
102 Market Street, Bluffton, 46714
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Wells Superior Court

Address
102 Market Street, Bluffton, 46714

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Wells County, Indiana is $157.00.

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

    $157.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Indiana E-Filing System.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Wells County?

    Filings go to the Wells County Clerk of the Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (260) 824-6482.

Wells Circuit Court, IN: (260) 824-6482, Hours & $157 Filing Fee | 1Court