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Thurston County District Court
Address
2000 Lakeridge Dr SW, Bldg 3, Olympia, 98502
Phone
Thurston County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
E-filing
Available
Through Thurston County Clerk eFile
Deadline: clerk's business hours
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $40 to $240 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | $20 to $314 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $240, the civil filing fee in Thurston County is lower than most nearby counties (median $290 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Thurston County Clerk (Superior Court Clerk)
Linda Myhre Enlow
Thurston County Superior Court Main Campus, Building 2 · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
Jury service
(360) 786-5560Courthouses in Thurston County
FamilyJuvenile
Thurston County Family and Juvenile Court
Address
2801 32nd Ave SW, Tumwater, 98512
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyProbate
Thurston County Superior Court
Address
2000 Lakeridge Dr SW, Bldg 2, Olympia, 98502
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Thurston County?
The civil filing fee in Thurston County, Washington is $240.00 ($200 filing + $40 judicial surcharge)
What is the small claims filing fee in Thurston County?
Heard in Thurston County District Court, not Superior Court.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Thurston County?
$314.00 (dissolution/legal separation petition: $200 filing + $54 initial petition + $40 judicial surcharge + $20 facilitator surcharge)
Can I e-file court documents in Thurston County?
Yes. E-filing is available through Thurston County Clerk eFile.
Is there a free online case search for Thurston County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Thurston County?
Filings go to the Thurston County Clerk (Superior Court Clerk), located at 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW, Olympia, WA 98502. You can reach the clerk at (360) 786-5430.