Arlington County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Arlington County, Virginia.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$124.00
E-filing
Permissive
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$84.00

At $124, the civil filing fee in Arlington County is about the same as nearby counties (median $135 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Clerk of the Circuit Court, Arlington County (17th Judicial Circuit)

Paul Ferguson

1425 N. Courthouse Rd, Arlington, VA 22201

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E-FilingPermissive

Virginia Judiciary eFiling System (VJEFS) · - attorneys/parties may e-file civil via VJEFS; not mandatory

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Civil Complaint
$124.00
Approx. $124.00 (circuit civil action up to $49,999, base fees excluding sheriff service; higher for larger claims)
Small Claims
Heard in Arlington General District Court (small claims division)
Divorce / Family
$84.00
Approx. $84.00 (divorce/dissolution; base filing plus statutory fees)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Arlington County, Virginia is Approx. $124.00 (circuit civil action up to $49,999, base fees excluding sheriff service; higher for larger claims)

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

    Heard in Arlington General District Court (small claims division)

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

    Approx. $84.00 (divorce/dissolution; base filing plus statutory fees)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at eapps.courts.state.va.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Arlington County?

    Filings go to the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Arlington County (17th Judicial Circuit), located at 1425 N. Courthouse Rd, Arlington, VA 22201. You can reach the clerk at (703) 228-7010.

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