Lewis and Clark County County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Lewis and Clark County County, Montana.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$120
E-filing
Yes - mandatory for Montana-licensed attorneys in applicable case types in the First Judicial District
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$200

At $120, the civil filing fee in Lewis and Clark County County is about the same as nearby counties (median $120 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Lewis and Clark County Clerk of District Court

Lisa Kallio

Self-Help & Jury

Self-Help Center(406) 444-9300
Jury Service(406) 447-8225
E-FilingYes - mandatory for Montana-licensed attorneys in applicable case types in the First Judicial District

Montana Courts Electronic Filing (state system; mtefile.courts.mt.gov) · Lewis and Clark County) effective May 1, 2023

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Civil Complaint
$120
$120 (commencement of action by plaintiff/petitioner/appellant; Montana Clerks of District Court civil fee schedule, effective May 2024)
Divorce / Family
$200
$200 (dissolution of marriage, filing petition; Montana Clerks of District Court civil fee schedule, effective May 2024)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Lewis and Clark County County?

    The civil filing fee in Lewis and Clark County County, Montana is $120 (commencement of action by plaintiff/petitioner/appellant; Montana Clerks of District Court civil fee schedule, effective May 2024)

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

    $200 (dissolution of marriage, filing petition; Montana Clerks of District Court civil fee schedule, effective May 2024)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Lewis and Clark County County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Montana Courts Electronic Filing. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Lewis and Clark County County?

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Lewis and Clark County County?

    Filings go to the Lewis and Clark County Clerk of District Court. You can reach the clerk at (406) 447-8200.

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