Ohio Counties
Find small claims court information for Ohio counties
Ohio County Courts
88 counties with Municipal & County Courts
Understanding Ohio Courts
Municipal Courts serve cities and surrounding areas. County Courts serve rural areas not covered by municipal courts. Both have small claims divisions with the same $6,000 limit.
Major County Courts
Cuyahoga County
Pop: 1.2MCleveland Municipal Court
Cleveland area; largest in Ohio
Franklin County
Pop: 1.3MFranklin County Municipal Court
Columbus area; state capital
Hamilton County
Pop: 830KHamilton County Municipal Court
Cincinnati area
Summit County
Pop: 540KAkron Municipal Court
Akron area
Montgomery County
Pop: 540KMontgomery County Municipal Court
Dayton area
Lucas County
Pop: 430KToledo Municipal Court
Toledo area
Find Your Local Court
Use the Ohio Court Directory to find the small claims court for your location.
Ohio Court DirectoryFiling Tips for Ohio
Venue Rules
File where the defendant lives, does business, or where the transaction/incident occurred.
Counterclaims
Defendants can file counterclaims up to $6,000. If the counterclaim exceeds this, the case may be transferred.
Mediation Available
Many Ohio courts offer free or low-cost mediation before trial. Ask the clerk about mediation options.
Evening Sessions
Some Ohio courts offer evening small claims sessions. Check with your local court for scheduling options.
County information is for reference only. Always verify current procedures and contact information with the specific court. Links to external websites are provided for convenience and do not constitute endorsement.