How much does it cost to file a civil case in St. Mary Parish?

The civil filing fee in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana is $450.00 (civil suit advance deposit, District Court)

Can I e-file court documents in St. Mary Parish?

Yes. E-filing is available through CottFile.

Yes. You can look up cases online at cotthosting.com.

Filings go to the St. Mary Parish Clerk of Court. You can reach the clerk at (337) 828-4100.

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 27, 2026 · Official sources

Civil filing fee

$450

New civil suit · District Court

E-filing

Not yet verified

Through CottFile

Deadline: varies by court

Case records

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Filing type	Fee	Details from the court
Civil lawsuit	$450	$450.00 (civil suit advance deposit, District Court)
Divorce / family	$450	$450

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing.

St. Mary Parish Clerk of Court

Greg Aucoin

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Address

500 Main Street, Franklin, 70538

Phone

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How much does it cost to file a civil case in St. Mary Parish?
The civil filing fee in St. Mary Parish, Louisiana is $450.00 (civil suit advance deposit, District Court)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in St. Mary Parish?
$450.
Can I e-file court documents in St. Mary Parish?
Yes. E-filing is available through CottFile.
Is there a free online case search for St. Mary Parish?
Yes. You can look up cases online at cotthosting.com.
Where do I file court documents in St. Mary Parish?
Filings go to the St. Mary Parish Clerk of Court. You can reach the clerk at (337) 828-4100.