Winnebago County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$75 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
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$75 to $265.50
Small claims$22 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 Winnebago County is about the same as nearby counties (median $266 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Winnebago County Clerk of Circuit Court
Desiree M. Bongers
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Courthouses in Winnebago County

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Winnebago County Circuit Court

Address
415 Jackson St, Oshkosh, 54901

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Winnebago County, Wisconsin is $265.50 (large claims/money judgment over $10,000: $75 filing + surcharges, Wis. Stat. 814.61(1)(a))

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

    $94.50 (small claims: $22 filing + surcharges, Wis. Stat. 799.01 & 814.62(3)(a))

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

    $184.50 (divorce/legal separation without support request; $194.50 with support request, Wis. Stat. 814.61)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Winnebago County?

    Filings go to the Winnebago County Clerk of Circuit Court, located at 415 Jackson St., Oshkosh, WI 54901. You can reach the clerk at (920) 236-4848.

Winnebago County Circuit Court, WI: (920) 236-4848, Hours & $265.50 Filing Fee | 1Court