Monroe County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$210
New civil suit
E-filing
Required
Through NYSCEF
Same-day: filed when received
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Main courthouse: County Office Building (Monroe County Clerk's Downtown Filing Office), 39 West Main Street, Room 101, Rochester, NY 14614Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 9:00 AM-5:00 PMSource

Filing fees

Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$210
Divorce / family$210

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $210, the civil filing fee in Monroe County is about the same as nearby counties (median $210 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Monroe County Clerk's Office (clerk of the Supreme and County Courts)
Jamie Romeo (Monroe County Clerk)
County Office Building (Monroe County Clerk's Downtown Filing Office) · Mon-Fri 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Monroe County

FamilyJuvenile

Monroe County Family Court

Address
99 Exchange Blvd, Hall of Justice, 3rd Floor, Room 360, Rochester, 14614
CivilCriminalDivorce

Monroe County Supreme & County Court

Address
99 Exchange Blvd., Hall of Justice, 5th Floor, Room 545, Rochester, 14614
ProbateGuardianshipAdoption

Monroe County Surrogate's Court

Address
99 Exchange Blvd., 5th Floor, Room 541, Rochester, 14614

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Monroe County, New York is $210.00 (index number fee for civil actions, CPLR 8018)

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

    $210.00 (index number for matrimonial action, Supreme Court)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through NYSCEF. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Monroe County?

    Filings go to the Monroe County Clerk's Office (clerk of the Supreme and County Courts), located at 39 West Main Street, Room 101, Rochester, NY 14614. You can reach the clerk at (585) 753-1600 (County Clerk); (585) 371-3758 (Supreme & County Court Clerk)

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