Wood County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$50 to $400
New civil suit
E-filing
Required
Through CourtFileNow
Deadline: varies by court
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$50 to $400
Divorce / family$300 to $350

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $300, the civil filing fee in Wood County is lower than most nearby counties (median $362 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Wood County Clerk of Courts
Douglas F. Cubberley
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Wood County

CivilCriminalFamily

Wood County Court of Common Pleas, General and Domestic Relations Divisions

Address
1 Courthouse Square, Bowling Green, 43402
Probate

Wood County Court of Common Pleas, Probate Division

Address
1 Courthouse Square, 2nd Floor, Bowling Green, 43402

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Wood County, Ohio is $300 (civil suits excluding foreclosure; includes $50 special project fee per RC 2303.201(E)(1); $400 for real estate foreclosure)

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

    $350 divorce/legal separation; $300 dissolution (deposit, waivable if declared indigent)

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

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

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at pub.clerkofcourt.co.wood.oh.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Wood County?

    Filings go to the Wood County Clerk of Courts. You can reach the clerk at (419) 354-9280.

Wood County Court of Common Pleas, OH: (419) 354-9280, Hours & $300 Filing Fee | 1Court