Circuit Court Clerk

Joseph P. Day, Clerk

Circuit Court Clerk’s Office

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Davidson County • 20th Judicial District

Circuit Courts Overview

  • 8Divisions
  • GeneralJurisdiction
  • CivilPrimary Trial

The Circuit Courts of Davidson County serve as the primary trial courts for civil cases in Nashville and Davidson County. They handle a broad range of matters:

Contract disputes

Civil tort claims

Condemnation proceedings

Workers’ compensation

Domestic relations

Estate administration

Equal footing

Circuit Courts operate on equal footing with Criminal and Chancery trial courts.

Designated divisions

  • Third and Fourth Circuit Courts: Domestic relations cases.
  • Seventh Circuit Court: Estate administration matters.

Common Questions

How can I pay for fees or services in the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office?

In Person

  • Cash
  • Credit or debit card (vendor fee 2.25%)
  • Personal check payable to “Circuit Court Clerk”
  • Cashier’s check payable to “Circuit Court Clerk”
  • Money order payable to “Circuit Court Clerk”

Documents filed online through the eFile system are paid by e-Check or debit/credit card only. Payment is due at the time of filing.

Go to eFile
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What number do I call to check on my recent child support payment information?
What number do I call concerning Jury Duty?
(615) 862-5294
How much are copies?
Regular copies $0.50 per page. Certified copies $5.00 certification fee + $0.50 per page.
Congressional certification $10.00 certification fee + $0.50 per page.
Can the Clerk’s office answer my legal questions?
No. Please contact a licensed attorney. The Nashville Bar Association’s
Lawyer Referral Service may help you find an attorney.
See the

Guidelines for Tennessee Court Clerks Who Assist Self-Represented Persons
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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 the State of TN
      website
      to locate the code
    • The company’s certificate of authority has been revoked

Special Notices

Second Circuit Virtual Hearings

Virtual

Please contact Second Circuit Chambers to request the Zoom link.

Third Circuit Irreconcilable Differences Divorce Waiver

Beginning Jan 21, 2025

Certain cases may be finalized without an in-person hearing.

Read the full guidelines (PDF)

Fourth Circuit Virtual Hearings

Virtual • Fridays 9:00 AM

Join Zoom Hearing

Or dial 669-254-5252, enter the meeting ID, then press # twice. Join 10 minutes early.