Jefferson County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 29, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$87
New civil suit · District Court
E-filing
Available
Through Nebraska Judicial Branch eFiling
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Via the clerk
No free online search

Filing fees

Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$87
Divorce / family$162

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $87, the civil filing fee in Jefferson County is about the same as nearby counties (median $87 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Clerk of the District Court
Shawna Lindblad
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Jefferson County

CivilCriminalProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Jefferson County County Court

Address
411 4th Street, Fairbury, 68352

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Jefferson County, Nebraska is $87.00.

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

    $162.00.

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Nebraska Judicial Branch eFiling.

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

    No free public online case search is available for this court. Contact the clerk of court for case records.

  • Where do I file court documents in Jefferson County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the District Court, located at 411 4th Street, Fairbury, NE 68352. You can reach the clerk at 402-729-6807.

Jefferson County District Court, NE: (402) 729-6807, Hours & $87 Filing Fee | 1Court