Berkeley County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$200.00
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$135.00

At $200, the civil filing fee in Berkeley County is higher than most nearby counties (median $128 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Berkeley County Circuit Clerk (Clerk of the Circuit Court)

Michelle R. Schoppert

380 West South Street, Suite 2200, Martinsburg, WV 25401
Filing Fees
Civil Complaint
$200.00
$200.00 (circuit court civil action; WV statutory fee, W. Va. Code 59-1-11, statewide)
Divorce / Family
$135.00
$135.00 (family court divorce petition; WV statutory fee, statewide)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Berkeley County, West Virginia is $200.00 (circuit court civil action; WV statutory fee, W. Va. Code 59-1-11, statewide)

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

    $135.00 (family court divorce petition; WV statutory fee, statewide)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through West Virginia Circuit and Family Courts E-File.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at courtswv.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Berkeley County?

    Filings go to the Berkeley County Circuit Clerk (Clerk of the Circuit Court), located at 380 West South Street, Suite 2200, Martinsburg, WV 25401. You can reach the clerk at (304) 264-1918.

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