Overview
The Civil Division has jurisdiction over any civil action or action in equity (excluding family matters) brought in the District of Columbia, except where jurisdiction is exclusively vested in the Federal Court. The Office of the Director is responsible for the overall management of all branches within the Civil Division.
Notice: Effective September 6, 2025, Landlord and Tenant / Small Claims Branches will relocate Saturday services ONLY to the Moultrie Courthouse located at 500 Indiana Avenue, NW.
Find the list of cases scheduled for hearings in the Superior Court.
Lawsuits where someone is suing another person or business for more than $10,000, in cases such as personal injury, contract disputes, medical malpractice, and discrimination.
Lawsuits where someone is suing another person or business for $10,000 or less.
Lawsuits where a landlord seeks to remove a tenant from rental property.
Emergency requests where someone is asking the court to order someone else to do, or refrain from doing, something for a period of time.
Requests to change the name, gender marker, or the birth or death certificate of persons over 21.