High Point Divorce Records
High Point divorce records are maintained by the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court. High Point sits in the southern part of Guilford County and is known as the Furniture Capital of the World. While the county seat is Greensboro, Guilford County runs a full-service courthouse right in High Point. This means High Point residents can access divorce records locally without driving to Greensboro. You can also search records online through the eCourts portal. The clerk provides copies of judgments and filings upon request with valid identification.
High Point Quick Facts
High Point Divorce Records at the Courthouse
High Point residents can file for divorce and access records at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point. This is a full-service courthouse at 505 East Green Drive. Clerk Lisa Johnson-Abraham leads the Guilford County clerk office under Judicial District 24. The High Point location handles the same services as the main courthouse in Greensboro.
| Court | Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court (High Point) |
|---|---|
| Address | 505 East Green Drive High Point, NC 27260 |
| Phone | (336) 822-6700 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Closed 12:45 - 1:45 PM) |
| Website | nccourts.gov - High Point Courthouse |
The High Point courthouse has a secure 24/7 drop box outside the public entrance on East Green Drive. You can drop off documents at any time. The office closes for lunch from 12:45 PM to 1:45 PM. Plan your visit around that break. All visitors must pass through security screening.
Note: High Point residents can also use the Greensboro courthouse at 201 South Eugene Street if that is more convenient for their schedule.
Searching for High Point Divorce Records
The NC eCourts portal covers all of Guilford County, including High Point. Search by name or case number at no charge. The system shows filing dates, case status, and party names. Full documents are only available in person at the courthouse.
At the High Point courthouse, staff search by name or case number. A staff search costs $2.00 per name. Uncertified copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document. Bring valid photo ID. You need the full name of at least one spouse and the year of filing to search High Point divorce records.
The Guilford County Courthouse in High Point is a convenient option for local residents. Below is an image of the courthouse.
The Guilford County Courthouse in High Point provides full-service access to all county divorce records.
High Point Divorce Filing Process
Filing for divorce in High Point follows North Carolina state law. Under G.S. 50-6, spouses must live separate and apart for one year. At least one spouse must intend the split to be permanent. Under G.S. 50-8, at least one spouse needs six months of state residency before filing.
You file the complaint at either the High Point or Greensboro courthouse. The fee is $225. After filing, you serve your spouse through the sheriff, a process server, or certified mail. Proof of service goes in the file. Once served, you schedule a hearing. The judge enters the final divorce judgment. That judgment becomes part of the public divorce records in High Point through Guilford County.
High Point residents who file without a lawyer can use forms from the NC Judicial Branch website. Under G.S. 50-11, you must file any claims for alimony or property division before the judgment. G.S. 50-20 presumes equal property division unless the court decides otherwise. The Guilford County contact directory lists direct numbers for each division. The District Attorney in High Point is at (336) 822-6710. The Guardian ad Litem office is at (336) 822-6789.
High Point Divorce Record Resources
Divorce verification letters are available from the NC Vital Records office for High Point divorces from 1958 to the present. The fee is $24 for the first copy and $15 for each extra copy. For older records, the NC State Archives may have files from before 1958.
You can see more about the City of High Point on the city website, though divorce records are managed by Guilford County.
The City of High Point website provides links to county resources for court matters.
The High Point Public Library at 901 North Main Street has a Heritage Research Center with local historical records. The High Point Museum at 1859 East Lexington Avenue holds archives tied to the city's furniture industry heritage. The Guilford County was formed in 1771, and some older records may be at the state level.
The Guilford County government portal links to county services. Marriage records are kept by the Register of Deeds, separate from divorce records at the courthouse. Call (336) 822-6700 to confirm fees before visiting.
Note: Both Guilford County courthouses maintain divorce records for the full county, so High Point residents have two options for in-person access.
Legal Help for Divorce in High Point
High Point residents who cannot afford a lawyer may qualify for free help through Legal Aid of North Carolina. They serve all of Guilford County. Call (866) 219-5262 to ask about available services. The North Carolina State Bar also runs a lawyer referral service at 1-800-662-7660 for people who need a family law attorney in the High Point area.
Filing pro se is an option when both spouses agree on the divorce. The NC Judicial Branch website provides all forms free to download. The clerk staff at the High Point courthouse can help you determine which forms you need. Under G.S. 50-12, you can include a maiden name change request in your divorce complaint at no extra fee. If children are part of the case, you will need custody and support worksheets in addition to the standard divorce forms.
Since Guilford County runs two full courthouses, High Point residents have the advantage of handling all divorce matters locally. The 24/7 drop box at 505 East Green Drive is especially useful for people who work during courthouse hours. You can file papers after the office closes and the clerk will process them the next business day. This makes High Point one of the more convenient locations for divorce record filings in the county.
Guilford County Divorce Records
High Point is part of Guilford County. All divorce filings go through the Guilford County Clerk of Superior Court. The county runs courthouses in both High Point and Greensboro. For the full guide to county resources, fees, and related records, visit our Guilford County page.