Process Server & Court Filing in Washington County, NY

Courts we file and serve in

3 Washington County courthouses

E-filing required: Mandatory for select case types per the 4th Judicial District Washington County e-filing protocol
E-filing system: NYSCEF (New York State Courts Electronic Filing)
E-filing portal: Court e-filing page
New civil complaint fee: $210 index number fee to commence a civil action in Supreme/County Court (CPLR 8018(a))
Small claims fee: $10 for claims up to $1,000 or $15 for claims over $1,000 in town/village courts (UJCA 1803); small claims are heard by local courts, not the County Clerk
Family law petition fee: No filing fee for NY Family Court petitions; a matrimonial/divorce action is filed in Supreme Court and requires the $210 index number fee
Fee schedule: Court fee schedule
Case lookup: Court case search

Washington County Supreme & County Court383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828(518) 480-6920Civil, Criminal, Divorce

Washington County Surrogate's Court383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828(518) 480-6970Probate, Guardianship, Adoption

Washington Family Court383 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828(518) 480-6950Family, Juvenile

Court information from 1Court, our partner company, verified July 26, 2026. Washington County court information on 1Court

Our services in Washington County

What we do and how fast

Nationwide Legal serves process, files with the court, and retrieves records in Washington County for law firms across the country. We cover all 3 courthouses listed above, with live status updates and proof of service on every order.

Process serviceSame-day service attempts on rush orders; standard orders in 1 to 3 business days.Proof of service or non-service affidavit on every order, with photo confirmation on personal service.Court filing and e-filingSame-day filings before clerk cutoff times.Conformed copies delivered within hours.Records retrieval and subpoenasSame-day records pickup in most jurisdictions.Subpoena preparation, service and follow-up.Court reportingCertified reporters, videography and trial support.InvestigationsSkip tracing, asset searches and background checks.

Pricing: quoted per order. Request a quote

Our New York office

299 Broadway Ave, Suite 708
New York, NY 10007
(646) 626-4646 · ny@nationwidelegal.com

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Other counties we cover

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Getting started

How to start an order

Open your firm's accountFive-minute online setup. No volume commitment required.

Submit your documentsUpload through our portal or send by secure email. Your dedicated coordinator confirms intake.

Track every stepReal-time status updates, photographic confirmations, and electronic proof delivery as work completes.

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FAQ

Common questions

Is e-filing required in Washington County?

1Court lists e-filing in Washington County as: Mandatory for select case types per the 4th Judicial District Washington County e-filing protocol. We file electronically or at the counter, whichever the court requires.

Which Washington County courthouses hear civil cases?

Washington County Supreme & County Court. We file and serve for cases at this courthouse.

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

$210 index number fee to commence a civil action in Supreme/County Court (CPLR 8018(a)), 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.

Process service and court filing in Washington County, New York