Among the types of cases heard by the Circuit Courts are contract disputes, civil torts, condemnations, worker’s compensation claims, domestic matters and the administration of estates. Currently comprised of eight divisions, Davidson County’s Circuit Courts serve the 20th Judicial District. Circuit Court is a court of general jurisdiction and shares equal standing with the Criminal and Chancery trial courts. Three divisions of the court specialize in specific areas of law. Third and Fourth Circuit Courts preside exclusively over domestic matters and all matters of estate administration are assigned to Seventh Circuit Court.
Common Questions
How can I pay for fees or services in the Circuit Court Clerk's Office?
In Person
- Cash
- Credit or Debit Card – The Circuit Court Clerk has contracted with an independent company that accepts most major credit and debit cards. The vendor charges an additional non-refundable 2.25% processing fee for this convenience.
- Personal Check – made payable to “Circuit Court Clerk”
- Cashier’s Check – made payable to “Circuit Court Clerk”
- Money Order – made payable to “Circuit Court Clerk”
Documents filed on-line through the eFile system are paid through e-Check or Debit/Credit Card only. Payment is due at the time of filing on all cases
What number do I call to check on my recent child support payment information?
(615) 253-4394 if your child support is being paid into Tennessee’s Central Child Support Receipting Unit. (615) 862-5187 if your child support is being paid into the Davidson County Circuit Court Clerk’s Office.
What number do I call concerning Jury Duty?
(615) 862-5294
How much are copies?
Regular Copies .50 per page Certified Copies $5.00 certification fee + .50 per page Congressional Certification $10.00 certification fee + .50 per page
Can the Clerk’s office answer my legal questions?
No, any legal questions should be forwarded to a licensed attorney. There are no attorneys in the Clerk’s office. The Nashville Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service may be able to help you find an attorney who handles your type of case. For additional information, please see Guidelines for Tennessee Court Clerks Who Assist Self-Represented Persons.
How can I get a judgment removed from my credit report?
If the Clerk’s record reflects that the judgment is paid in full, we can provide a “Credit Bureau letter” for the cost of $5.00 that you will mail to all three credit bureaus. There is no longer a local credit bureau. All three credit bureaus are out of state. Please click the following link for Credit Bureau address information.
What are common reasons for rejections from the Commissioner of Insurance?
- Missing the 5-digit NAIC CoCode
- Invalid NAIC CoCode
- The company does not have a certificate of authority with this department
- The attorney did not use our website to locate the 5-digit NAIC CoCode and obtained the NAIC CoCode from another source. Our website is specific for the State of TN. Not all insurance companies have certificate of authorities with TDCI. This means they do not pay the fees and taxes to this department.
- The company’s certificate of authority has been revoked
Special Notices
Divorce Certificates Vital Records (Account Signup)
Second Circuit Virtual Hearings
The 2nd Circuit offers a WebEx option for both Probate and Civil Motion Dockets. WebEx Dial-in Number: 1-415-655-0001 Attendee Code: 954 530 46##
Third Circuit Irreconcilable Differences Divorce Waiver Guidelines
Beginning on January 21, 2025, you may waive the in-person final hearing requirement for certain irreconcilable differences divorces in Third Circuit Court. Please review the attached guide to determine whether your case is eligible for waiver and for the procedures which must be followed to set an irreconcilable differences divorce with a waiver of final hearing. Guidelines and instructions may be found here: How to Waive Appearance for Irreconcilable Differences Divorces in Third Circuit Court
Fourth Circuit Virtual Hearings
Join the 4th Circuit’s Friday 9:00 AM motion hearings via Zoom using the following link: Zoom Link: Join Zoom Hearing
Alternatively, you can join by directly dialing into Zoom.
Participants should call 669-254-5252, then enter the meeting ID followed by the pound (#) key twice.
Please ensure you join the meeting 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
Contact Information
Phone: (615) 862-5181 Fax: (615) 862-5191 Fax Filings: (615) 296-4501 email: circuitclerksupport@jisnashville.gov Office Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday (Excluding holidays)
Mailing Address
Circuit Court Clerk’s Office P.O. Box 196303 Nashville, TN 37219-6303
Street Address
Circuit Court Clerk’s Office 1 Public Square Suite 302 Nashville, TN 37201