Lewis County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$50 to $290
New civil suit · Superior Court
E-filing
Not available
Through eFileWA
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$50 to $290
Divorce / family$364

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $290, the civil filing fee in Lewis County is about the same as nearby counties (median $265 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Lewis County Clerk (Superior Court Clerk)
Scott A. Tinney
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Courthouses in Lewis County

CivilSmall ClaimsCriminalTraffic

Lewis County District Court

Address
345 W Main St, Fl 3 (Law and Justice Center), Chehalis, 98532
CivilCriminalFamilyProbate

Lewis County Superior Court

Address
345 W Main St (Law and Justice Center), Chehalis, 98532

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Lewis County, Washington is $290 (RCW 36.18.020(2)(a) $240 base plus $50 local surcharge effective 7/27/2025)

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

    $364 (dissolution/domestic relations, RCW 36.18.020(2)(a))

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFileWA.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Lewis County?

    Filings go to the Lewis County Clerk (Superior Court Clerk). You can reach the clerk at (360) 740-2704.

Lewis County Superior Court, WA: (360) 740-2704, Hours & $290 Filing Fee | 1Court