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Small Claims Court Limit in Nevada
The most you can sue for in Nevada small claims — with the filing-fee range and whether a lawyer is allowed, cited to the statute.
The limit, the fee & who can appear in Nevada
The claim ceiling, how the filing fee is set, and whether lawyers are allowed at the hearing.
| Maximum claim | $10,000 |
| How the limit works | One statewide limit |
| Filing fee | ~$50–$200 per justice court and scaled to the amount claimed; larger claims carry higher fees, so a $10,000 claim costs more to file than a $1,000 one |
| Lawyers at the hearing | Allowed Lawyers are allowed on either side but not required, and most people appear on their own. Under §73.012 a corporation, partnership, or other business entity may be represented by a director, officer, or employee instead of hiring counsel. The court generally does not award attorney fees in small claims. |
| Statute / court rule | Nev. Rev. Stat. §73.010 (jurisdiction); §73.012 (entity representation) |
Where to file in Nevada
A reference page, not a filing walkthrough — here's the official resource for procedure.
This page is a reference for the dollar limit, fee, and whether a lawyer is allowed — not a step-by-step filing guide. For the forms, where to file, and how service works, use Nevada's official court self-help resource.
→ Nevada Courts (small claims)What Nevada filers get wrong
Nevada handles small claims in the justice court, and the ceiling is $10,000 under Nev. Rev. Stat. §73.010, which gives the justice of the peace jurisdiction over money claims that do not exceed that amount. The state's own Administrative Office of the Courts describes small claims as disputes "involving less than $10,000," and we confirmed the $10,000 figure against the statute. The process is built for people without lawyers, but Nevada does allow attorneys if a party wants one. Businesses get a useful option under §73.012: a corporation or partnership can send a director, officer, or employee to represent it rather than paying for counsel. Filing fees are set by each justice court and scale with the amount claimed, so a large claim costs more to file than a small one. Expect roughly $50 to $200 depending on the court and the size of your claim.
Common questions
What is the small claims limit in Nevada?
Nevada justice courts hear small claims up to $10,000 under Nev. Rev. Stat. §73.010. Claims above that amount go to the regular civil docket instead.
Can I bring a lawyer to small claims court in Nevada?
Yes. Nevada allows attorneys on either side, though most people represent themselves. Lawyers are permitted but not required in small claims.
Can a business file or defend a small claims case in Nevada without a lawyer?
Yes. Under §73.012 a corporation, partnership, or other business entity may be represented by a director, officer, or employee, so it does not have to hire an attorney to appear in small claims.
How much does it cost to file a small claims case in Nevada?
Each justice court sets its own fee and it scales with the amount claimed, so larger claims cost more to file. Depending on the court and claim size, plan for roughly $50 to $200, and fee waivers are available if you cannot afford it.
Not legal advicePlainStatute provides plain-language summaries of public law for general information only. This is not legal advice. Statutes change; always confirm current requirements with the official source linked above before acting.