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Wilson County Chancery Court
Address
134 South College Street, Lebanon, 37087
Phone
Wilson County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | Varies, see details |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | Varies, see details |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $419, the civil filing fee in Wilson County is higher than most nearby counties (median $335 across 3 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Jury service
(615) 444-2042Courthouses in Wilson County
CivilCriminalFamily
Wilson County Circuit Court
Address
115 E. High St., Lebanon, 37087
Phone
CivilSmall ClaimsEvictionCriminalTraffic
Wilson County General Sessions Court
Address
115 E. High St., Lebanon, 37087
Phone
Juvenile
Wilson County Juvenile Court
Address
115 E. High St., Lebanon, 37087
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Wilson County?
The civil filing fee in Wilson County, Tennessee is Category 1 (contract/tort/personal injury): $419.00 with service, $367.00 without service; includes $275.00 clerk fee, $85.00 litigation tax, $5.00 archive fee, $2.00 education tax, plus $52.00 service per defendant. Subject to change; no effective date published.
What is the small claims filing fee in Wilson County?
General Sessions civil warrant: $250.00 for 1 defendant (includes $198.00 clerk fee), $302.00 for 2 defendants. Subject to change; no effective date published.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Wilson County?
General Sessions III (Family): divorce with children $456.00 with service / $404.00 without; divorce without children or annulment $381.00 / $329.00. Chancery Court (Clerk and Master) divorce alternative: with children $342.00, without children $267.00 (without service). Subject to change.
Can I e-file court documents in Wilson County?
Yes. E-filing is available.
Is there a free online case search for Wilson County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at wilson.tncrtinfo.com.
Where do I file court documents in Wilson County?
Filings go to the Wilson County Circuit Court Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (615) 444-2042.