CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction
8th District Court (Pratt Justice Center (PJC))
Address
330 Eleanor Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
Phone
Kalamazoo County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Not available
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $25 to $150 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $40 to $150 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $150, the civil filing fee in Kalamazoo County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Kalamazoo County Clerk / Register of Deeds (Clerk of the 9th Circuit Court)
Meredith Place
Courthouses in Kalamazoo County
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
9th Circuit Court (Kalamazoo County Courthouse)
Address
227 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo, 49007
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
9th Circuit Court (Pratt Justice Center)
Address
330 Eleanor Street, Kalamazoo, 49007
Phone
Probate
Kalamazoo County Probate Court
Address
1536 Gull Road, Kalamazoo, 49048
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Kalamazoo County?
The civil filing fee in Kalamazoo County, Michigan is $150.00 (circuit court civil action, MCL 600.2529; plus $25 e-filing fee)
What is the small claims filing fee in Kalamazoo County?
Small claims heard in 8th/10th District Courts, not Circuit.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Kalamazoo County?
$150.00 (divorce filing; +$80 custody/parenting, +$40 support)
Can I e-file court documents in Kalamazoo County?
E-filing is not available. Documents are filed on paper with the clerk of court.
Is there a free online case search for Kalamazoo County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at micourt.courts.michigan.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Kalamazoo County?
Filings go to the Kalamazoo County Clerk / Register of Deeds (Clerk of the 9th Circuit Court), located at 1536 Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048. You can reach the clerk at (269) 383-8837.