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Massachusetts Small Claims Courts<\/h1>\n
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\n By Samuel Strom, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Every District Court, Housing Court, and Boston Municipal Court in Massachusetts hear small claims cases. In a small claims action, the amount in controversy generally cannot exceed $7,000.<\/p>\r\n

Small claims courts allow non-legal professionals to quickly and inexpensively resolve minor civil cases<\/a>. Parties to a small claims case in Massachusetts have access to self-help resources and often do not need to hire an attorney to pursue their claim to resolution.<\/p>\r\n

Parties involved in a small claims case in Massachusetts may find the following resources helpful:<\/p>\r\n