Lawsuits to collect debts are usually filed in state courts—and may be filed in small claims courts, depending on the amount of the debt and the small claims court’s jurisdictional limits (the maximum amount of a claim that can be filed in the court).
In New Hampshire, lawsuits to collect debts are typically filed in the state court system. The venue for filing a debt collection lawsuit depends on the amount of the debt. For smaller debts, the claim may be filed in small claims court, which is a division of the district court in New Hampshire. The jurisdictional limit for small claims court in New Hampshire is $10,000, meaning that any debt claim exceeding this amount must be filed in a higher court, such as the Superior Court. It's important for creditors to file their claims within the statute of limitations, which varies depending on the type of debt. An attorney can provide specific guidance on filing a debt collection lawsuit and navigating the court system in New Hampshire.