General Civil Matters include cases involving lawsuits between two or more parties seeking money damage. Claims of $25,000 or less are handled in District Court. Claims greater than $25,000 are handled in Circuit Court. However, only Circuit Court can handle cases involving equitable relief.
Typically, a case may be filed either where the defendant resides, has a place of business, conducts business or has a registered office. Sometimes, the case may also be filed where the action arose.
Note: The attorneys and/or parties must complete the:
Filing Fees: All checks made payable to 53rd District Court.
Email Address: Civildept@livgov.com
Note: Clerks are prohibited by law from giving legal advice.
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