Montgomery County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Montgomery County, Ohio.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-30
Civil filing fee
$325.00
E-filing
Available
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$375.00

At $325, the civil filing fee in Montgomery County is higher than most nearby counties (median $225 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Montgomery County Clerk of Courts

Mike Foley

E-FilingAvailable

Montgomery County Clerk e-Filing (proprietary) · (efiling.mcohio.org)

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Civil Complaint
$325.00
$325.00 filing fee (a 3% e-filing convenience fee applies; ~$334.75 total by card)
Divorce / Family
$375.00
$375.00 (divorce complaint, no children; $475.00 with children)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Montgomery County, Ohio is $325.00 filing fee (a 3% e-filing convenience fee applies; ~$334.75 total by card)

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

    $375.00 (divorce complaint, no children; $475.00 with children)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Montgomery County Clerk e-Filing.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at pro.mcohio.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Montgomery County?

    Filings go to the Montgomery County Clerk of Courts. You can reach the clerk at (937) 496-7623.

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