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Cowlitz County District Court
Address
312 SW 1st Ave, Rm 207, Kelso, 98626
Phone
Cowlitz County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Not available
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $40 to $290 |
| Divorce / family | $20 to $364 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $290, the civil filing fee in Cowlitz County is about the same as nearby counties (median $265 across 4 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Cowlitz County Clerk of Superior Court
Staci L. Myklebust
Courthouses in Cowlitz County
Juvenile
Cowlitz County Juvenile Court
Address
1725 1st Ave, Longview, 98632
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyProbate
Cowlitz County Superior Court
Address
312 SW 1st Ave, Rm 233, Kelso, 98626
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Cowlitz County?
The civil filing fee in Cowlitz County, Washington is $290.00 total (base $200 + $40 judicial surcharge + $50 archive surcharge) per Cowlitz County Clerk Fee Schedule, eff. 2025-07-27.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Cowlitz County?
$364.00 total dissolution (base $200 + $54 victim assessment + $20 facilitator + $40 judicial surcharge + $50 archive surcharge), eff. 2025-07-27.
Is there a free online case search for Cowlitz County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Cowlitz County?
Filings go to the Cowlitz County Clerk of Superior Court, located at 312 SW 1st Ave, Rm 233, Kelso, WA 98626. You can reach the clerk at (360) 577-3016.