New Hampshire

Small Claims Court in New Hampshire

Resolving a smaller money dispute yourself, without a lawyer.

The basics

  • Small claims court is designed for people without lawyers to resolve smaller money disputes.
  • The maximum dollar amount, the filing fee, and the exact steps vary by state (and sometimes county).
  • The basic process is usually: file your claim, formally 'serve' the other side, then present your evidence at a short hearing.
  • Winning a judgment and actually collecting the money are two different things.

What to check

  • Your state/county's dollar limit and filing fees for small claims.
  • Where and how to file, and how to properly serve the other party.
  • Your evidence: contracts, photos, messages, receipts, and a clear timeline.
  • How you would collect if you win (the court won't collect for you).

The specifics — exact deadlines, dollar limits, and procedures — vary in New Hampshire and change over time. For your situation, ask Lexi or check your state’s official court self-help center or housing/consumer agency.

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