Waukesha County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$147.50 to $265.50
New civil suit · Circuit Court
E-filing
Required
Through Wisconsin Circuit Court eFiling
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Main courthouse: Waukesha County Courthouse, 515 W Moreland Blvd, Room C-167, Waukesha, WI 53188Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PMSource
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$147.50 to $265.50
Small claims$94.50 to $125.50
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 Waukesha County is about the same as nearby counties (median $266 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Waukesha County Clerk of Circuit Court
Monica Paz
Waukesha County Courthouse · Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
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Courthouses in Waukesha County

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Waukesha County Circuit Court

Address
515 W Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, 53188
Probate

Waukesha County Circuit Court, Probate (Register in Probate)

Address
521 Riverview Ave, JC-103, Waukesha, 53188

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Waukesha County, Wisconsin is $265.50 (large claim civil action over $10,000); $147.50 (large claim $10,000 or less)

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

    $94.50 (small claim $10,000 or less); $125.50 (over $10,000)

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

    $184.50 (divorce/legal separation/annulment, no minor children/support); $194.50 (with children/support)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Waukesha County?

    Filings go to the Waukesha County Clerk of Circuit Court, located at 515 W Moreland Blvd, Room C-167, Waukesha, WI 53188. You can reach the clerk at (262) 970-6676.

Waukesha County Circuit Court, WI: (262) 970-6676, Hours & $265.50 Filing Fee | 1Court