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Prepare My Documents →Oregon small claims court handles cases up to $10,000. For amounts over $10,000, you must file in circuit court.
File a claim form at your county courthouse, pay the filing fee, and the court will schedule a hearing. You must serve the defendant at least 14 days before the hearing.
Bring contracts, receipts, photos, text messages, emails, and any written communication. Witnesses can also testify on your behalf.
No. Oregon law (ORS 46.415) does not allow attorneys to represent parties in small claims court. You must represent yourself.
The court issues a judgment. If the defendant doesn't pay voluntarily, you can garnish wages, place liens on property, or use other collection methods.