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Small Claims Court New Brunswick Guide

Clear, province-specific guidance on small claims procedures, filing limits, fees, and court processes in New Brunswick.

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At A Glance

Filing Methods

In Person, By Mail

Deadlines

2 years

Update Status

Jul 14, 2026

  • Use New Brunswick Small Claims Court for claims up to $20,000, debts, damages, return of personal property, and straightforward civil disputes. Claims are decided by a hearing officer and most people do not need a lawyer. Use Court of King’s Bench for claims over $20,000, matters not allowed in Small Claims, or more complex civil disputes.

  • Prepare your case before filing. 


    Send a demand letter with what happened, what you want, a 14–30 day deadline, and notice you will file if no response. 


    Send by registered/trackable method. 


    Gather receipts, invoices, contracts, screenshots, emails/message logs, payment/loss proof, and a short timeline. 


    Use the Small Claims Court claim form listed in NB’s official forms.

  • File at Provincial Court registry in judicial district closest to where defendant lives/does business or incident occurred. 


    Filing is in person or by mail. 


    Bring completed claim form, evidence copies, filing fee/waiver. 


    Clerk stamps claim and provides service copies. 


    Serve by personal delivery, registered mail with tracking, or process server. 


    Complete proof of service and file it.

  • Many disputes settle before hearing. 


    If settled, put agreement in writing and file settlement/withdrawal with court. 


    If no settlement, case moves to hearing. 


    Hearings are simple and informal. 


    Bring evidence in order, copies for hearing officer and defendant, and witnesses. 


    Hearing officer may ask questions and issue decision. 


    If you win, keep judgment and enforce through court if unpaid. 


    Appeals are limited and quick deadlines apply.

  • Serve claim: follow registry instructions after filing. 


    Defendant reply: due within time in claim package. 


    Hearing: usually within a few months after response. 


    Payment: due as ordered. 


    Default judgment possible if defendant does not respond.

  • Small Claims filings and hearings happen in Provincial Court locations across New Brunswick. 


    Claims outside Small Claims limits go to King’s Bench locations.

Official Resources

Visit the official court website below for forms, filing information, and additional resources.

New Brunswick Small Claims Court

Important Note

This information is for general guidance and is not legal advice. Small claims rules, fees, and claim limits may change. Always confirm curent details with your local court.

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