Brown County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$21.50 to $265.50
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Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
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Main courthouse: Brown County Courthouse, 100 South Jefferson St, Green Bay, WI 54301Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PMSource

Filing fees

Official fee schedule
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$21.50 to $265.50
Small claims$21.50 to $94.50
Divorce / family$184.50 to $194.50

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $266, the civil filing fee in Brown County is about the same as nearby counties (median $266 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Brown County Clerk of Circuit Court
John A. Vander Leest
Brown County Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
(920) 448-4155100 South Jefferson St, Green Bay, WI 54301
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Brown County Circuit Court

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Address
100 S Jefferson St, Green Bay, 54301
Phone
(920) 448-4155

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Brown County, Wisconsin is $265.50 (large claims civil over $10,000: $75 filing + $169 CSS + $21.50 JINFO)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Brown County?

    $94.50 ($22 filing + $51 CSS + $21.50 JINFO)

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

    $184.50 (divorce without support) or $194.50 (with support/maintenance)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Wisconsin Circuit Court eFiling. It is mandatory for attorneys.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at wcca.wicourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Brown County?

    Filings go to the Brown County Clerk of Circuit Court, located at 100 South Jefferson St, Green Bay, WI 54301. You can reach the clerk at (920) 448-4155.

Brown County Circuit Court, WI: (920) 448-4155, Hours & $265.50 Filing Fee | 1Court