Small claims court in Lyon County, Nevada
In Lyon County, small claims cases up to $10,000 are heard by more than one court: 3 justice courts. You must file with the one that serves the right area. Below is one of them, the Walker River Justice Court, with a link to the official list.
Where to file in Lyon County
One of several courts in Lyon County: 3 justice courts. Find the right one: Official court directory.
Walker River Justice Court
Address: 911 Harvey Way Suite 2, Yerington, NV 89447 · Map
Phone: 775-463-6639
3 justice courts: Walker River (Yerington, county seat); Dayton Justice Court, 235 Main Street, Dayton, NV 89403, 775-246-6233; Fernley (Canal Township) Justice Court, 565 East Main Street, Fernley, NV 89408, 775-575-3355; file in the justice court township where the defendant lives, works or does business, where the damage happened, or where the contract was to be performed
Court addresses, phones and hours change. Call the clerk before you go, and ask whether small claims are filed at this location.
Is this the right county?
File in the justice court township where the defendant lives, works or does business, where the injury or damage happened, or where the contract was to be performed.
If the person or business you are suing is in another county, use that county's court instead. See all Nevada counties.
How to file in Lyon County
Ask for payment in writing
You must ask for the money before you file. Las Vegas accepts any form of demand; North Las Vegas and Henderson want a letter by certified mail and a 15-day wait. Make a free demand letter.
Fill in the claim (Affidavit of Complaint)
Small Claims Affidavit of Complaint Get the form.
File it with the right court and pay the fee
The fee depends on how much you ask for. The state lists $55 up to $2,500, $95 up to $5,000 and $145 up to $10,000, but courts add local fees: in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas it's $66 to $196. Serving the papers costs extra. Fee waiver: Application to Proceed in Forma Pauperis (fee waiver).
Have the papers served
You can't serve the papers yourself. Use the constable, sheriff, a licensed process server, or an adult who isn't part of the case. Service by certified mail needs a judge's approval first.
Go to the hearing
Hearings are usually 30 to 60 days after you file. Some courts send cases to mediation first. Bring receipts, photos, messages, the contract and your demand letter, with copies.
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Where is small claims court in Lyon County?
Lyon County has more than one small claims court (3 justice courts). File with the one that serves the area where the defendant lives or where the problem happened, as the venue rules say. One of them is the Walker River Justice Court, 911 Harvey Way Suite 2, Yerington, NV 89447. Phone: 775-463-6639. Official list of all of them: Official court directory, https://nvcourts.gov/find_a_court/justice_courts
How much can I sue for in Lyon County small claims court?
Up to $10,000. You can sue for up to $10,000, for money only. People and businesses have the same limit. Attorney fees generally can't be added.
How much does it cost to file in Lyon County?
The fee depends on how much you ask for. The state lists $55 up to $2,500, $95 up to $5,000 and $145 up to $10,000, but courts add local fees: in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas it's $66 to $196. Serving the papers costs extra. Fee waiver: Application to Proceed in Forma Pauperis (fee waiver).