Guilford County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$150 to $200
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Required
Through NC eCourts / File & Serve
Same-day deadline: 5:00 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Main courthouse: Guilford County Courthouse, 201 S Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-12:45 PM, 1:45 PM-5:00 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$150 to $200
Small claims$96
Divorce / family$75

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $200, the civil filing fee in Guilford County is about the same as nearby counties (median $200 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court
David Churchill
Guilford County Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-12:45 PM, 1:45 PM-5:00 PM
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Courthouses in Guilford County

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Guilford County District Court

Address
201 South Eugene St, Greensboro, 27401
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenileTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Guilford County District Court (High Point)

Address
505 East Green Drive, High Point, 27262

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Guilford County, North Carolina is $200.00 (Superior Court civil action); $150.00 (District Court civil), effective Jan 1, 2024.

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

    $96.00 (magistrate/small claims)

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

    $75.00 (absolute divorce filing, G.S. 7A-305)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Guilford County?

    Filings go to the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 201 S Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401. You can reach the clerk at (336) 412-7300.

Guilford County Superior Court, NC: (336) 412-7300, Hours & $200 Filing Fee | 1Court