Court location
Hamilton Small Claims Court
What to know before you file or attend a hearing at the Hamilton court office.
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Court office details
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We are still confirming some of these details. Check them with the court office before you travel.
A tip for this office
Ask the court office which documents they need from you before you make the trip.
GoSelfRep is not part of the court. For questions about your file, contact the court office directly.
What to bring
A general list for any visit. The court office can tell you exactly what your step needs.
- Your court file number, if your case has one
- Photo ID
- The original of each document you are filing, plus copies (ask the office how many)
- Your evidence in order, with copies for the judge and the other side, if you have a hearing
- A way to pay any court fee
- A pen and short notes of what you want to say
Read more: starting a claim and what happens on trial day.
Court fees
Fees are paid to the court, not to GoSelfRep. You pay them when you file.
| What you are paying for | Fee |
|---|---|
| Filing a DefencePaid when the Defence is filed. | $77 |
| Filing a Plaintiff's ClaimInfrequent claimant rate. | $108 |
| Setting a trial datePaid when a trial date is requested. | $308 |
We are confirming these amounts. Check the current fee with the court office before you pay. Official fee list (opens in a new tab)
Questions about the Hamilton court
Is Hamilton the right court for my claim?
It depends on where the problem happened, or where the person or business you are suing lives or does business. Our guide on who to sue and where to file explains how to choose. If you are not sure, ask the Hamilton court office before you file.
Do I have to go to the Hamilton court office in person?
Not always. Some Small Claims documents can be filed online. Check what the Hamilton office accepts before you go, and keep a copy of everything you file.
Can GoSelfRep file my papers or pay my court fees?
No. You file your own documents with the court, and court fees are paid to the court, not to GoSelfRep. GoSelfRep explains each step in plain words and helps you prepare your papers.
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