Washtenaw County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$25 to $150
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 $150
Small claimsVaries, 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 Washtenaw County is about the same as nearby counties (median $150 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Washtenaw County Clerk / Register of Deeds (Clerk of the 22nd Circuit Court)
Lawrence Kestenbaum
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Washtenaw County

CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

14B District Court (Ypsilanti Township Civic Center)

Address
7200 S. Huron River Drive, Ypsilanti, 48197
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

15th District Court (Justice Center)

Address
301 E. Huron, Ann Arbor, 48104

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Washtenaw County, Michigan is $150.00 (general civil action, MCL 600.2529; plus $25 e-filing fee)

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

    Heard in District Court, not Circuit.

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

    $150.00 (divorce filing; +$80.00 if custody/parenting time, +$40.00 if child support)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through MiFILE.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at washtenaw.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Washtenaw County?

    Filings go to the Washtenaw County Clerk / Register of Deeds (Clerk of the 22nd Circuit Court), located at 101 E. Huron St., Ann Arbor MI, MI 48107. You can reach the clerk at (734) 222-3270 (Trial Court)

Washtenaw County Courts, MI: (734) 222-3270, Hours & $150 Filing Fee | 1Court