Process service and court filing in Washington County, Alabama

Courts we file and serve in

3 Washington County courthouses

E-filing required
Mandatory for attorneys
E-filing system
AlaFile (Alabama AOC eFiling)
E-filing portal
Court e-filing page
New civil complaint fee
$297.00
Family law petition fee
$145.00
Washington County Circuit Court45 Court Street, Chatom, AL 36518(251) 847-2239Civil, Criminal, Family
Washington County District Court45 Court Street, Chatom, AL 36518(251) 847-2239Civil, Small Claims, Eviction, Criminal, Traffic, Juvenile
Washington County Probate Court45 Court Street, Chatom, AL 36518(251) 847-2201Probate

Court information from 1Court, our partner company, verified July 30, 2026. Washington County court information on 1Court

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Common questions

Is e-filing required in Washington County?

1Court lists e-filing in Washington County as: Mandatory for attorneys. We file electronically or at the counter, whichever the court requires.

Which Washington County courthouses hear civil cases?

Washington County Circuit Court, Washington County District Court. We file and serve for cases at each of them.

What is the filing fee for a new civil complaint in Washington County?

$297.00, per 1Court. The court's fee is separate from our service charge.

How fast can you serve papers in Washington County?

Same-day service attempts are available on rush orders. Standard orders complete in 1 to 3 business days, with a proof of service or non-service affidavit on every order.

How is Washington County service priced?

We quote each order. Request a quote with the documents and addresses and we reply with the price.

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