Process service and court filing in Ellis County, Kansas

Courts we file and serve in

1 Ellis County courthouse

E-filing required
Yes (mandatory for attorneys)
E-filing system
Kansas Courts eFiling
New civil complaint fee
$173.00 (civil docket fee, District Court; statewide statutory, K.S.A. 60-2001)
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Ellis County District Court (23rd Judicial District)107 W 12th St. (Ellis County Courthouse), Hays, KS 67601(785) 628-9415Civil, Criminal, Family, Probate, Juvenile, Small Claims, Traffic, Eviction

Court information from 1Court, our partner company, verified October 21, 2026. Ellis County court information on 1Court

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Common questions

Is e-filing required in Ellis County?

1Court lists e-filing in Ellis County as: Yes (mandatory for attorneys). We file electronically or at the counter, whichever the court requires.

Which Ellis County courthouses hear civil cases?

Ellis County District Court (23rd Judicial District). We file and serve for cases at this courthouse.

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

$173.00 (civil docket fee, District Court; statewide statutory, K.S.A. 60-2001), per 1Court. The court's fee is separate from our service charge.

How fast can you serve papers in Ellis 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 Ellis 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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