Question 1 of 8. Carries forward to the intake.
- Claim limit
- $10,000
- Filing fee
- $66–$196
- Court
- Justice Court
- File online
- Yes
Clark County filing fees
Source: lasvegasjusticecourt.us (Las Vegas Justice Court official site - Civil Division page and fee schedule, fetched and read directly); leg.state.nv.us (NRS Chapter 73); civillawselfhelpcenter.org (Clark County Civil Law Self-Help Center - an official Nevada Judiciary self-help resource linked from nvcourts.gov; small claims complaint and appeal forms fetched and read directly as PDFs; Clark County township justice court directory)
| Your claim | You pay |
|---|---|
| Under $1,000 | $66 |
| $1,000.01 – $2,500 | $86 |
| $2,500.01 – $5,000 | $106 |
| $5,000.01 – $7,500 | $146 |
| $7,500.01 – $10,000 | $196 |
Fees change. Confirm the current amount with the clerk at 702-671-3478 before you file.
Where to file
Las Vegas Justice Court
200 Lewis Avenue, 2nd Floor (Civil Division), Regional Justice Center, Las Vegas, NV 89101
702-671-3478
7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday; closed Fridays and court holidays
- In person at the Las Vegas Justice Court (or the applicable Clark County township justice court with proper venue)
- Electronically via the Odyssey eFileNV portal - a self-represented plaintiff filing in Las Vegas Justice Court must provide a working email address because the court electronically files all documents
Walk-in filing is available at 11 locations: Las Vegas Township, Henderson Township, North Las Vegas Township, Boulder City Township, Laughlin Township, Mesquite Township, Moapa Township, Moapa Valley Township, Bunkerville Township, Goodsprings Township, Searchlight Township.
The forms you need
Clark County requires 2 forms to open a small claims case:
- Small Claims Complaint (Affidavit of Complaint and Order to Appear) - Las Vegas Justice Court
- Small Claims Notice of Appeal to District Court - Las Vegas Justice Court
We keep the current Clark County versions of both. The forms are not the hard part — filling them out is. The Statement of Claim has to describe what happened in the language the court expects, and that is where most first-time filers get sent home to try again.
Serving the defendant
The plaintiff arranges and pays for service; the clerk does not serve the defendant. In practice, self-represented plaintiffs most often use the township constable (fee-based) or the sheriff.
- Personal service by the township constable or the county sheriff, for a fee
- Personal service by any person 18 years of age or older who is not a party to the action
- Service by certified mail, but only where the court has granted a Motion for Service by Certified Mail
Because the trial date is fixed at filing rather than after service, service that is completed too close to (or after) the printed trial date does not automatically continue the case — the plaintiff must seek a continuance from the court, and certified-mail service generally requires prior court approval by motion.
Why not just download the free form?
The forms are free. Why pay?
The forms are free. Knowing what to write in them is not. Most rejected filings are rejected on the claim narrative, not the paperwork.
Can't I just hire a lawyer?
Most attorneys will not take a $10,000 case, and the ones who will cost more than the claim.
What if I get it wrong?
You refile and pay the fee again. That is the actual cost of guessing.
What happens next
Your trial date is set when you file, so you leave the counter knowing when to come back. If the defendant loses, they have 7 days to move for a new trial and 7 days to appeal.
The Clark County filing packet — $49
Everything above, assembled and filled in with your facts:
- Both Clark County forms, with your claim written in the language the court expects
- A demand letter built from the same facts
- Filing checklist with this court's address, hours, and fee
- What to bring to your trial
Answer a few questions first. See your claim written out before you pay anything.
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Clark County?
Between $66 and $196, depending on your claim amount. Under $1,000: $66. $1,000.01 – $2,500: $86. $2,500.01 – $5,000: $106. $5,000.01 – $7,500: $146. $7,500.01 – $10,000: $196.
What is the small claims limit in Clark County?
$10,000, the $10,000 limit is for the claim itself; the justice of the peace separately assesses costs against the losing party, which are not part of the claimed amount (NRS 73.030).
Where do I file a small claims case in Clark County?
Las Vegas Justice Court, 200 Lewis Avenue, 2nd Floor (Civil Division), Regional Justice Center, Las Vegas. Also at Henderson Township, North Las Vegas Township, Boulder City Township, Laughlin Township, Mesquite Township, Moapa Township, Moapa Valley Township, Bunkerville Township, Goodsprings Township, Searchlight Township. You can also file online.
Do I need a lawyer for small claims in Clark County?
No. Small claims is designed for people to represent themselves.
Who serves the defendant?
The plaintiff arranges and pays for service; the clerk does not serve the defendant. In practice, self-represented plaintiffs most often use the township constable (fee-based) or the sheriff.
Reviewed by Small Claims Desk · Last reviewed 2026-08-23 · Sourced from lasvegasjusticecourt.us (Las Vegas Justice Court official site - Civil Division page and fee schedule, fetched and read directly); leg.state.nv.us (NRS Chapter 73); civillawselfhelpcenter.org (Clark County Civil Law Self-Help Center - an official Nevada Judiciary self-help resource linked from nvcourts.gov; small claims complaint and appeal forms fetched and read directly as PDFs; Clark County township justice court directory) and NRS 73.010 (jurisdiction: money claims not exceeding $10,000; venue — the township where the defendant resides, does business, or is employed, or where the injury occurred or a contracted obligation was to be performed). See how we verify.