Tarrant County Civil Court Records

Tarrant County civil court records are maintained by the District Clerk and County Clerk offices in Fort Worth, Texas. The county is home to Fort Worth, Arlington, and Mansfield among other major communities, and its courts handle a high volume of civil cases each year. If you need to search civil case filings, look up a judgment, or get certified copies of court documents from Tarrant County, this page explains what's available and how to access it.

Tarrant County District Clerk

The Tarrant County District Clerk is the official custodian of all district court civil records in the county. Civil cases at the district court level include personal injury lawsuits, business disputes, contract claims, real estate litigation, family law matters including divorce and custody, and major civil actions of all kinds. Tarrant County has multiple district courts to handle the volume of civil cases filed each year in Fort Worth and across the county.

The District Clerk's main office is at 100 W. Weatherford, Fort Worth, TX 76196. Phone: (817) 884-1400. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Tim Curry Justice Center at 401 W. Belknap St, Fort Worth, can be reached at (817) 884-1342. The Tarrant County Family Law Center at 200 E. Weatherford St, Fort Worth, handles family civil matters at (817) 884-1114. Civil cases are also handled at the Tom Vandergriff Civil Courts Building at 100 N. Calhoun St, Fort Worth, (817) 884-1240.

The District Clerk offers a free document look-up service onsite for self-service searches. Staff-performed basic record searches cost $5. For remote access, a subscription service is available at $120 for setup and $35 per month, letting you view case file information from home or your office. Copy fees are $1 per page for non-certified paper copies. Electronic copies run $1 for 1-10 pages and $0.10 per page after that. Certified copies are $1 per page plus the certification fee.

The Tarrant County District Clerk's website is at tarrantcountytx.gov/en/district-clerk.html. This site provides case search tools, fee schedules, and contact information for all District Clerk locations.

The Tarrant County District Clerk website provides access to civil case records and online search tools for the county's district courts.

The District Clerk maintains civil case records for all district courts in Tarrant County, covering Fort Worth, Arlington, Mansfield, and other communities in the county.

Tarrant County Clerk

The Tarrant County Clerk operates separately from the District Clerk and handles a different set of civil records. The County Clerk's office is at 100 W. Weatherford, Fort Worth, TX 76196. The Civil Department phone is (817) 884-1101. The County Clerk's online resources cover County Courts at Law, Probate Courts, and Justice of the Peace Courts. Case records and court calendars are available online. A live chat option is available on the County Clerk's webpage.

The County Clerk maintains county court civil records, probate records, guardianship proceedings, Justice of the Peace records, real property records including deeds and liens, and marriage licenses. If you need probate records from Tarrant County or documents from a county court civil case, the County Clerk's office in Fort Worth is the right place to go.

Visit the Tarrant County Clerk at tarrantcountytx.gov/en/county-clerk.html for access to online records, forms, and contact information for county court civil matters.

The Tarrant County Clerk website provides access to probate records, county court civil cases, and real property records.

The County Clerk holds records for county court at law civil cases, probate proceedings, and real property instruments filed in Tarrant County.

How to Search Tarrant County Civil Court Records

Tarrant County civil case records can be searched through several methods. The District Clerk's online portal at the Tarrant County government website allows searches of district court cases. You can also use the statewide re:SearchTX portal, which covers all 254 Texas counties including all Tarrant County courts. re:SearchTX lets you search by party name, cause number, attorney, or date range. Basic case information is free. Document access requires a registered account.

For in-person searches, the self-service document lookup at the District Clerk's office is free. You can visit any of the District Clerk locations in Fort Worth during business hours. Staff searches cost $5 per search. If you need certified copies of civil court documents, staff can provide those for $1 per page plus the certification fee.

The eFileTexas system is used by attorneys to file civil documents electronically in Tarrant County courts. Documents filed this way connect to the re:SearchTX portal for case tracking. Self-represented litigants can also register and file through eFileTexas.

Federal civil cases involving Tarrant County parties are heard in the Northern District of Texas. The Fort Worth federal courthouse handles federal civil matters for this area. Use PACER to search federal records. Registration is free and document access fees apply.

Note: The 2nd Court of Appeals in Fort Worth handles civil appeals from Tarrant County district courts. That court's records and opinions are searchable online through the Texas courts website.

Civil Case Types in Tarrant County

Tarrant County is one of the largest and most active court systems in Texas. The range of civil cases filed each year reflects the county's large population and diverse economy.

Common civil case types at the district court level include personal injury lawsuits, medical malpractice claims, business litigation, contract disputes, real estate cases, employment disputes, insurance coverage matters, and product liability suits. Family law civil cases including divorce, child custody, child support, and property division are filed in family district courts. Probate cases, guardianship proceedings, and mental health matters go through the probate courts managed by the County Clerk.

Tarrant County has multiple civil district courts to manage its caseload. Different courts are assigned to civil cases, family law cases, and criminal matters. When filing a civil case in Tarrant County, the cause number and court assignment determine where your case will be heard and where the records will be kept.

Under Texas Government Code Chapter 74, district courts in Texas have general civil jurisdiction without a dollar minimum. County courts at law handle cases up to $200,000. Justice of the Peace courts take small claims under $20,000. For any case type or dollar amount in Tarrant County, the District Clerk's office can tell you which court is the right venue.

Legal Help in Tarrant County

Tarrant County has a robust legal community in Fort Worth, and several resources exist for people who need help with civil court matters. Lone Star Legal Aid serves the Fort Worth area and provides free civil legal help for qualifying low-income residents. Call (800) 733-8394 or visit lonestarlegal.org for eligibility information and services available in Tarrant County.

Tarrant County Bar Association maintains a lawyer referral service for the Fort Worth area. The State Bar of Texas referral service at (800) 252-9690 can also match you with an attorney practicing in Tarrant County. The Fort Worth area has many attorneys handling civil matters in district, county, and federal courts.

For self-help resources, the TexasLawHelp website offers free guides on civil court procedures. Official Texas court forms are at txcourts.gov. The Texas State Law Library in Austin also maintains an extensive collection of Texas legal materials and an online catalog.

Note: Fort Worth Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas also serves Tarrant County and provides civil legal services for eligible residents. Check their website for current program availability and contact information.

Cities in Tarrant County

Tarrant County is home to Fort Worth, Arlington, and Mansfield, all of which have dedicated city pages on this site. Civil court cases from all communities in Tarrant County are handled through the Fort Worth courthouse system.

Other communities in Tarrant County include Haltom City, North Richland Hills, Euless, Bedford, Grapevine, Colleyville, Keller, and many others. All civil cases from these communities are filed with the Tarrant County District Clerk or County Clerk in Fort Worth.

Nearby Counties

Tarrant County is in the DFW metroplex. These neighboring counties have their own civil court systems, though many residents in the region do business in Fort Worth and may have cases in multiple counties.