Wood County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$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$265.50
Small claims$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 Wood County is about the same as nearby counties (median $266 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Wood County Clerk of Circuit Court
Kimberly A. Stimac
Call the clerk

Courthouses in Wood County

CivilCriminalFamilySmall ClaimsEvictionTrafficJuvenile

Wood County Circuit Court

Address
400 Market St, Wisconsin Rapids, 54494

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Wood County, Wisconsin is $265.50 (WI civil action, money judgment over $10,000; Wis. Stat. 814.61, statewide fee table updated 2026)

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

    $94.50 (WI small claims, $10,000 or less)

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

    $184.50 divorce without support request / $194.50 with support request (WI family action)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Wood County?

    Filings go to the Wood County Clerk of Circuit Court. You can reach the clerk at (715) 421-8490.

Wood County Circuit Court, WI: (715) 421-8490, Hours & $265.50 Filing Fee | 1Court