Small claims proceedings are intended to provide a low-cost, simplified, and informal procedure for individuals to resolve disputes involving limited monetary claims. Often individual litigants do not use an attorney for small claims matters, and are not required to do so.
Basic Requirements
Small Claims matters in the Town of Mamaroneck must meet the following basic requirements:
- Amount of claim is $3,000 or less
- Plaintiff (person suing) cannot be a corporation
- Defendant (person being sued) has to live or have a permanent place of business in the Town of Mamaroneck
Fees
Filing Fee for claims from $1 - $1,000: $10
Filing Fee for claims from $1,001 - $3,000: $15
Transcript of Judgment: $2
For more information, please contact the Court Clerk's Office at 914-381-7875.