Geauga County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 30, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$350
New civil suit · Court of Common Pleas
E-filing
Not available
Through Geauga County Clerk of Courts eFiling
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$350

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $350, the civil filing fee in Geauga County is higher than most nearby counties (median $277 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Geauga County Clerk of Courts (Court of Common Pleas)
Sheila Bevington
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Courthouses in Geauga County

Domestic Relations

Geauga County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division

Address
100 Short Court St., Chardon, 44024
GeneralDomestic Relations

Geauga County Court of Common Pleas, General Division

Address
100 Short Court St., Chardon, 44024
ProbateJuvenile

Geauga County Court of Common Pleas, Probate and Juvenile Divisions

Address
231 Main St., Suite 200, Chardon, 44024

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Geauga County, Ohio is $350.00 (Common Pleas civil cost deposit)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Geauga County Clerk of Courts eFiling.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at web.geaugacourts.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Geauga County?

    Filings go to the Geauga County Clerk of Courts (Court of Common Pleas). You can reach the clerk at (440) 279-1960.

Geauga County Court of Common Pleas, OH: (440) 279-1960, Hours & $350 Filing Fee | 1Court