Strafford County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$280
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Available
Through Odyssey File and Serve
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$280
Divorce / family$250

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing.

Clerk & court records

Strafford Superior Court, Clerk's Office
Kimberly T. Myers
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Strafford County

CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsEvictionTraffic

7th Circuit Court, District Division, Dover

Address
25 St. Thomas St, Dover, 03820
CivilCriminalSmall ClaimsEvictionTraffic

7th Circuit Court, District Division, Rochester

Address
76 North Main St, Rochester, 03867
FamilyJuvenile

7th Circuit Court, Family Division, Rochester (at Strafford County Building)

Address
259 County Farm Rd, Suite 302, Dover, 03820

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Strafford County, New Hampshire is $280 (Superior Court civil complaint entry fee, per NH Judicial Branch fee schedule)

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

    $250 (divorce petition filed in NH Circuit Court Family Division)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Odyssey File and Serve.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at odypa.nhecourt.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Strafford County?

    Filings go to the Strafford Superior Court, Clerk's Office, located at 259 County Farm Road, Suite 301, Dover, NH 03820. You can reach the clerk at (855) 212-1234.

Strafford Superior Court, NH: (855) 212-1234, Hours & $280 Filing Fee | 1Court