CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsEvictionTraffic
Attleboro District Court
Address
88 North Main St, Attleboro, 02703
Phone
Bristol County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
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Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $15 to $280 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $15 to $215 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing.
Clerk & court records
Bristol County Superior Court, Clerk of Courts (Probate & Family Court for divorce)
Jennifer A. Sullivan (Clerk of Courts)
Bristol County Superior Court-New Bedford · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Courthouses in Bristol County
Juvenile
Attleboro Juvenile Court
Address
88 North Main St, Attleboro, 02703
Phone
CivilCriminal
Bristol County Superior Court
Address
9 Court St, Taunton, 02780
Phone
Criminal
Bristol County Superior Court - Fall River
Address
186 S. Main St, Fall River, 02721
Phone
Civil
Bristol County Superior Court - New Bedford
Address
441 County St, 1st Floor, New Bedford, 02740
Phone
ProbateFamily
Bristol Probate and Family Court
Address
40 Broadway, Suite 240, Taunton, 02780
Phone
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsEvictionTraffic
Fall River District Court
Address
186 S. Main St, 2nd Floor, Fall River, 02721
Phone
Juvenile
Fall River Juvenile Court
Address
289 Rock St, 4th Floor, Fall River, 02720
Phone
ProbateFamily
Fall River Probate and Family Court
Address
289 Rock St, Fall River, 02720
Phone
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsEvictionTraffic
New Bedford District Court
Address
75 N. Sixth St, New Bedford, 02740
Phone
Juvenile
New Bedford Juvenile Court
Address
75 N. Sixth St, New Bedford, 02740
Phone
ProbateFamily
New Bedford Probate and Family Court
Address
505 Pleasant St, New Bedford, 02740
Phone
EvictionCivilSmall Claims
Southeast Housing Court - Fall River Session
Address
289 Rock St, Fall River, 02720
Phone
EvictionCivilSmall Claims
Southeast Housing Court - New Bedford Session
Address
139 Hathaway Road, New Bedford, 02746
Phone
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsEvictionTraffic
Taunton District Court
Address
40 Broadway, Taunton, 02780
Phone
Juvenile
Taunton Juvenile Court
Address
40 Broadway, Taunton, 02780
Phone
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Bristol County?
The civil filing fee in Bristol County, Massachusetts is $280.00 (Superior Court civil complaint: $240 filing + $20 security + $15 surcharge)
What is the small claims filing fee in Bristol County?
Small claims heard in District Court / Boston Municipal Court (tiered by claim amount), not Superior Court.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Bristol County?
$215.00 (Complaint for Divorce, Probate & Family Court: $200 + $15 surcharge)
Can I e-file court documents in Bristol County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFileMA. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Bristol County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at mass.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Bristol County?
Filings go to the Bristol County Superior Court, Clerk of Courts (Probate & Family Court for divorce), located at 441 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740. You can reach the clerk at (508) 823-6588.