Cumberland County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$175
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through ShareFile
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
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Main courthouse: Cumberland County Superior Court, 205 Newbury St, Portland, ME 04101Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$175
Small claims$15 to $70
Divorce / family$120

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $175, the civil filing fee in Cumberland County is about the same as nearby counties (median $175 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Cumberland County Superior Court, Maine Judicial Branch (Clerk's Office)
Jennifer Cyr
Cumberland County Superior Court · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Call the clerk
Jury service
(800) 924-4949

Courthouses in Cumberland County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileSmall ClaimsEviction

Bridgton District Court

Address
3 Chase St, Suite 2, Bridgton, 04009
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileSmall ClaimsEviction

Portland District Court

Address
205 Newbury St, Ground Floor, Portland, 04101

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Cumberland County, Maine is $175.00 (general civil action, Superior or District Court)

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

    $70.00 (small claims action, District Court; includes $15 mediation fee)

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

    $120.00 (entry of a family matter action, District Court Family Division)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through ShareFile.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at researchmaine.tylerhost.net.

  • Where do I file court documents in Cumberland County?

    Filings go to the Cumberland County Superior Court, Maine Judicial Branch (Clerk's Office), located at 205 Newbury St, Portland, ME 04101. You can reach the clerk at (207) 822-4200.

Cumberland County Superior Court, ME: (207) 822-4200, Hours & $175 Filing Fee | 1Court