Franklin County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$15 to $240
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through Tyler Technologies
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
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Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$15 to $240

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $240, the civil filing fee in Franklin County is about the same as nearby counties (median $240 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Franklin County Superior Court, Office of the Clerk of Courts
Benjamin D. Simanski
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Franklin County, Massachusetts is $240.00 (Superior Court civil complaint/entry fee, incl. $20 security fee and $15 surcharge; MA Trial Court Uniform Schedule of Fees, G.L. c.262 s.4)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at mass.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Franklin County?

    Filings go to the Franklin County Superior Court, Office of the Clerk of Courts, located at 43 Hope St., Greenfield, MA 01301. You can reach the clerk at (413) 775-7400.

Franklin County Superior Court, MA: (413) 775-7400, Hours & $240 Filing Fee | 1Court