Montgomery County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
Varies, see details
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Not available
Through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuitVaries, see details
Divorce / family$50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $190, the civil filing fee in Montgomery County is higher than most nearby counties (median $90 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Montgomery County Clerk of Circuit Court
Tiffany M. Couch
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Courthouses in Montgomery County

CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Montgomery General District Court

Address
55 East Main Street, Third Floor, Christiansburg, 24073
JuvenileFamily

Montgomery Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

Address
55 East Main Street, Suite 2A, Christiansburg, 24073

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Montgomery County, Virginia is Assessed on suit amount per Va. Code 17.1-275; approx $190 clerk fee for claims $50,001-$100,000 plus statutory fees; use official fee calculator.

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

    $50 base clerk fee plus statutory fees for divorce/annulment (Va. Code 17.1-275(A)(26)).

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Virginia Judiciary eFiling System.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Montgomery County?

    Filings go to the Montgomery County Clerk of Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (540) 382-5760.

Montgomery Circuit Court, VA: (540) 382-5760, Hours & $190 Filing Fee | 1Court