Berkeley County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed Jul 26, 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$200
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through West Virginia Circuit and Family Courts E-File
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search

Filing fees

Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$200
Divorce / family$135

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing.

Clerk & court records

Berkeley County Circuit Clerk (Clerk of the Circuit Court)
Michelle R. Schoppert
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Berkeley County

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Berkeley County Circuit Court

Address
380 West South Street, Suite 2200 (Berkeley County Judicial Center), Martinsburg, 25401
Family

Berkeley County Family Court

Address
380 West South Street, Suite 2400 (Berkeley County Judicial Center), Martinsburg, 25401
CivilCriminalTrafficSmall ClaimsEviction

Berkeley County Magistrate Court

Address
380 West South Street (Berkeley County Judicial Center), Martinsburg, 25401

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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.

Berkeley County Circuit Court, WV: (304) 264-1918, Hours & $200 Filing Fee | 1Court