Lawrence County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$100.50
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Not yet verified
Through Missouri eFiling System
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$100.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $101, the civil filing fee in Lawrence County is about the same as nearby counties (median $98 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Lawrence County Circuit Clerk
Pamela I. Fobair
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Courthouses in Lawrence County

CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileProbate

Lawrence County Circuit Court (39th Judicial Circuit)

Address
240 North Main, Suite 110, Mount Vernon, 65712
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Lawrence County Circuit Court, Associate Circuit Division

Address
240 North Main, Suite 110, Mount Vernon, 65712

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Lawrence County, Missouri is $100.50 (Circuit Court civil cost deposit)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Missouri eFiling System.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at courts.mo.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Lawrence County?

    Filings go to the Lawrence County Circuit Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (417) 466-2471.

Lawrence County Circuit Court, MO: (417) 466-2471, Hours & $100.50 Filing Fee | 1Court