Start a small claims case

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Small Claims Complaint for Vermont courts. Based on Vermont Judiciary paper form 100-00257 (03/2025), as well as Small Claims Certificate of Service form 100-00260 (04/2024).

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This tool helps you make the following documents:

  • Small Claims

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Can I use this tool?

If you live in Vermont and are seeking $10,000 or less, you can use this tool to start a small claims case.

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Before you start

This guided tool will produce an initial package of forms needed to start a small claims case in Vermont.

What happens after you finish

After completing this interview, you will get your completed forms ready for filing. This interview may give you more information about what happens next based on your answers. Learn how to file in Vermont.

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