Chatham County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Chatham County, North Carolina.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$200.00
E-filing
Yes for attorneys
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$225.00

At $200, the civil filing fee in Chatham County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Chatham County Clerk of Superior Court

Dana Hackney

40 E Chatham St, Pittsboro, NC 27312

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Civil Complaint
$200.00
$200.00 Superior Court civil (General Court of Justice + facilities + telecom fees); $150.00 in District Court (effective Jan 1, 2025)
Small Claims
$96.00
$96.00 magistrate small claims (plus $30 per item of sheriff service)
Divorce / Family
$225.00
$225.00 for absolute divorce in District Court ($150 base + $75 divorce fee)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Chatham County, North Carolina is $200.00 Superior Court civil (General Court of Justice + facilities + telecom fees); $150.00 in District Court (effective Jan 1, 2025)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Chatham County?

    $96.00 magistrate small claims (plus $30 per item of sheriff service)

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

    $225.00 for absolute divorce in District Court ($150 base + $75 divorce fee)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at portal-nc.tylertech.cloud.

  • Where do I file court documents in Chatham County?

    Filings go to the Chatham County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 40 E Chatham St, Pittsboro, NC 27312. You can reach the clerk at (919) 545-3500.

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