Manitowoc County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$21.50 to $265.50
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Available
Through Wisconsin Circuit Court eFiling
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
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 Manitowoc County is about the same as nearby counties (median $266 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Manitowoc County Clerk of Circuit Court
Angela A.P. Linderud
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Courthouses in Manitowoc County

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Manitowoc County Circuit Court

Address
1010 S 8th St, Manitowoc, 54220
Probate

Manitowoc County Circuit Court, Probate (Register in Probate)

Address
1010 S 8th St, Rm B-11, Manitowoc, 54220

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin is $265.50 (large claims/money judgment; Wis. Stat. 814.61: $75 filing + $169 CSS + $21.50 JINFO)

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

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

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

    $184.50 (divorce, no support request) / $194.50 (with support request)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Wisconsin Circuit Court eFiling.

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Manitowoc County?

    Filings go to the Manitowoc County Clerk of Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (920) 683-4030.

Manitowoc County Circuit Court, WI: (920) 683-4030, Hours & $265.50 Filing Fee | 1Court