Albany County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Albany County, New York.

Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07

Clerk of Court

Albany County Clerk (Clerk of Supreme & County Court, 3rd Judicial District)

Bruce A. Hidley

(518) 487-5100countyclerk@albanycounty.com
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Filing Fees
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Civil Complaint
$210.00
$210.00 (index number to commence civil action); $400.00 (foreclosure index number)
Small Claims
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Heard in local City/Town/Village courts
Divorce / Family
$210.00
$210.00 (index number to commence a matrimonial/divorce action)