If a commercial tenant defaulted their lease and owes approx $30K in rent, can we file in small claims court or will we need to file in district court because of the dollar amount?
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If a commercial tenant defaulted their lease and owes approx $30K in rent, can we file in small claims court or will we need to file in district court because of the dollar amount?
Asked on January 3, 2013 under Real Estate Law, Texas
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
You would have to file the action in District Court. It is my understanding that the small claims limit in the state of Texas is $10,000 and if your intention is to sue for the whole amount at once then you would be over the limit. Good luck.
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