Seward 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
Search online
Free public case search
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 Seward County is about the same as nearby counties (median $87 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Seward County Clerk of the District Court
Sheila Lueders
Call the clerk
Jury service
(402) 643-4929

Courthouses in Seward County

CivilCriminalProbateJuvenileSmall ClaimsTrafficEviction

Seward County County Court

Address
261 S 8th St., Seward, 68434

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

    $162.00.

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

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

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at nebraska.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Seward County?

    Filings go to the Seward County Clerk of the District Court. You can reach the clerk at (402) 643-4895.

Seward County District Court, NE: (402) 643-4895, Hours & $87 Filing Fee | 1Court