Rutland County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$295
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Not yet verified
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Via the clerk
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$295
Small claims$65 to $90
Divorce / family$90 to $295

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $295, the civil filing fee in Rutland County is about the same as nearby counties (median $295 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Unit, Civil Division
Phone awaiting confirmation; check the official court site (legislature.vermont.gov)
Official court site

Courthouses in Rutland County

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Rutland County, Vermont is $295.00 (civil action in Superior Court, 32 V.S.A. 1431)

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

    $90.00 if claim over $1,000; $65.00 if $1,000 or less (32 V.S.A. 1431)

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

    $295.00 (divorce/dissolution, 32 V.S.A. 1431; reduced to $90 or $180 if filed with stipulation)

  • Where do I file court documents in Rutland County?

    Filings go to the Vermont Superior Court, Rutland Unit, Civil Division.

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