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To begin the process of filing a small claims case, you must first fill out a Statement of Claim Form and a Sheriffs Entry of Service Form. On these forms, you will put the name and address of the person or corporation you are suing, state the exact amount of money you are suing for and explain why you are suing.

You can file a claim for which you are seeking $15,000 or less. If your claim exceeds $15,000 principal, the Magistrate Court does not have jurisdiction (the legal authority) to hear your case, and it must be filed in another court; such as, Superior Court.

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Make sure you file your small claims action within the relevant statute of limitations. In every state, Georgia included, there is a time limit on how long you have to file a specific lawsuit. For most lawsuits, you must file your paperwork within two years of the problem arising.

Court may appeal the decision to either the State or Superior Court by filing a Notice of Appeal with the Clerk no later than 30 days after the judgement is entered. The Notice of Appeal form can be found on the Court's website or in the Clerk's office in TG-100.

If you cannot resolve a dispute with a business or a person and the amount in controversy is less than $15,000, you may electronically file a case in Magistrate court. You may electronically file in your own name without an attorney or you may hire an attorney at your own expense.