Oldham County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Aug 10, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$188
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Kentucky Court of Justice eFiling
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$188
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / familyVaries, see details

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $188, the civil filing fee in Oldham County is about the same as nearby counties (median $188 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Oldham County Circuit Court Clerk
Steve Kaelin
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Courthouses in Oldham County

CivilCriminalFamily

Oldham Circuit Court

Address
100 W. Main St. (Oldham County Judicial Center), La Grange, 40031
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsProbateJuvenileTrafficEviction

Oldham District Court

Address
100 W. Main St. (Oldham County Judicial Center), La Grange, 40031

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Oldham County, Kentucky is $188.00.

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

    District Court small claims filing fee approx. $25.00-$30.00 (KRS 24A.270), plus a local $10.00 small-claims fee per Oldham County ordinance.

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

    Dissolution of marriage/family petition filed in Circuit (Family) Court: $150.00 filing fee plus $20.00 court technology fee (KRS 23A.200), plus local county add-on.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Kentucky Court of Justice eFiling.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at kcoj.kycourts.net.

  • Where do I file court documents in Oldham County?

    Filings go to the Oldham County Circuit Court Clerk, located at 100 W. Main St., La Grange, KY 40031. You can reach the clerk at (502) 222-9837.

Oldham Circuit Court, KY: (502) 222-9837, Hours & $188 Filing Fee | 1Court