Ionia County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$25 to $175
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through MiFILE
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$25 to $175
Small claims$30 to $70

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $175, the civil filing fee in Ionia County is higher than most nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Ionia County Clerk (Clerk of the 8th Circuit Court)
Greg Geiger
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Courthouses in Ionia County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile

8th Circuit Court - Ionia (Ionia County Courthouse)

Address
100 W. Main St., Ionia, 48846

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Ionia County, Michigan is $175.00 (circuit civil; includes mandatory $25 e-filing fee)

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

    $30.00 (claims up to $600) / $50.00 ($600.01-$1,750) / $70.00 ($1,750.01-$7,000) in 64-A District Court.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through MiFILE. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at micourt.courts.michigan.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Ionia County?

    Filings go to the Ionia County Clerk (Clerk of the 8th Circuit Court), located at 100 W. Main St., Ionia, MI 48846. You can reach the clerk at (616) 527-5322.

8th Circuit Court - Ionia, MI: (616) 527-5322, Hours & $175 Filing Fee | 1Court