CriminalCivilSmall ClaimsEviction
Lockport City Court
Address
1 Locks Plaza, Lockport, 14094
Phone
Niagara County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $210 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $210 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $210, the civil filing fee in Niagara County is about the same as nearby counties (median $210 across 5 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Niagara County Clerk's Office (Clerk of the Supreme & County Court)
Joseph A. Jastrzemski
Courthouses in Niagara County
CriminalCivil
Niagara County Court
Address
175 Hawley Street, Lockport, 14094
Phone
FamilyJuvenile
Niagara County Family Court
Address
775 3rd Street, Angelo DelSignore Civic Office Building, Niagara Falls, 14301
Phone
CivilDivorce
Niagara County Supreme Court
Address
775 Third Street, Angelo DelSignore Civic Office Building, Niagara Falls, 14301
Phone
ProbateGuardianshipAdoption
Niagara County Surrogate's Court
Address
175 Hawley Street, Lockport, 14094
Phone
CriminalCivilSmall ClaimsEviction
Niagara Falls City Court
Address
1925 Main Street, Niagara Falls, 14305
Phone
CriminalCivilSmall ClaimsEviction
North Tonawanda City Court
Address
216 Payne Ave, North Tonawanda, 14120
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Niagara County?
The civil filing fee in Niagara County, New York is $210.00 (index number, CPLR 8018)
What is the small claims filing fee in Niagara County?
Heard in city/town/village courts (e.g. Lockport City Court)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Niagara County?
$210.00 (matrimonial/divorce index number, Supreme Court; Family Court petitions no fee)
Can I e-file court documents in Niagara County?
Yes. E-filing is available through NYSCEF. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Niagara County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at iapps.courts.state.ny.us.
Where do I file court documents in Niagara County?
Filings go to the Niagara County Clerk's Office (Clerk of the Supreme & County Court). You can reach the clerk at (716) 439-7022.