Pooler Divorce Records
Pooler divorce records are maintained at the Chatham County Superior Court in Savannah. All divorce filings for Pooler residents go through Chatham County, and this page explains how to search the case index, request certified copies, and start a new filing.
Pooler Quick Facts
Where Pooler Divorce Records Are Kept
Pooler is a fast-growing city in Chatham County, but all divorce records for city residents are held at the Chatham County Superior Court in Savannah. Clerk Tammie Mosley oversees the Superior Court clerk's office, which manages the full index of civil and domestic cases. The main courthouse is at 133 Montgomery Street in Savannah, and there is also a satellite office at 1117 Eisenhower Drive Suite C in Savannah for certain clerk services.
The Chatham County Superior Court clerk's website is at https://superiorcourtclerk.chathamcountyga.gov. The site provides case search access, clerk contact information, and details about how to request copies. The GSCCCA portal is also well-integrated with Chatham County records, making it a useful search tool alongside the county's own resources.
| Court | Chatham County Superior Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 133 Montgomery Street Room 304, Savannah GA 31401 |
| Phone | (912) 434-8920 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | https://superiorcourtclerk.chathamcountyga.gov |
Pooler is about 12 miles west of downtown Savannah. For copy requests, many Pooler residents find it convenient to use GSCCCA's online search first and then contact the clerk for copies. The satellite office at 1117 Eisenhower Drive Suite C in Savannah may also be worth checking for certain clerk services closer to the Pooler area.
Note: The satellite office at Eisenhower Drive provides some clerk services but may not handle all types of copy requests. Call ahead to confirm what is available at that location before making a special trip.
How to Search Pooler Divorce Records
The Chatham County Superior Court clerk website at https://superiorcourtclerk.chathamcountyga.gov provides case search access. Look for the civil case search or index search section on the site. You can search by party name or case number to find Chatham County divorce records. Results include filing dates, case types, and current status.
GSCCCA at https://www.gsccca.org is particularly well-suited for Chatham County records and provides statewide coverage. Chatham County is a participating county, and many Pooler residents use GSCCCA as their primary search tool. It's free to use, covers a broad time range, and shows case identifiers that you can use when ordering copies from the clerk.
The screenshot below shows the Chatham County Superior Court Clerk website, where Pooler residents can search divorce records and access case index information online.
The Chatham County clerk site is well-maintained and provides good access to the case index. For Pooler residents, the combination of GSCCCA search and the Chatham County clerk portal covers most record research needs without requiring a trip to Savannah.
Georgia Courts eAccess at https://georgiacourts.gov/eaccess-court-records/ may include Chatham County in its coverage. Check for current details. For copy requests, contact the Chatham County clerk at (912) 434-8920.
Filing for Divorce in Pooler
Georgia requires one spouse to have been a Georgia resident for six months before filing under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-2. Pooler residents file at the Chatham County Superior Court in Savannah. There is no divorce court in Pooler itself - all filings go to the Savannah courthouse.
No-fault divorce based on an irretrievably broken marriage is the most commonly used option. Thirteen fault grounds are listed in O.C.G.A. § 19-5-3, covering adultery, desertion, cruel treatment, and others. Chatham County courts handle a significant volume of family law cases given the Savannah metro area's size. Using the right forms and filing correctly the first time is important in a high-volume court.
Official forms are free at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/. Download the petition, financial affidavit, and parenting plan if children are involved. Complete all sections, sign and notarize where required, and file at the Chatham County clerk's office in Savannah. Pay the filing fee when you submit your documents.
Service of the divorce petition on the other spouse is required by O.C.G.A. § 19-5-1. The Chatham County Sheriff can serve papers. A signed acknowledgment of service is also acceptable if the other party cooperates. File the proof of service before the case can proceed to hearing.
Pooler Divorce Record Fees
Copy fees at the Chatham County Superior Court follow Georgia's standard certified document schedule. Certified copies cost a few dollars per page. Call (912) 434-8920 for current pricing specific to the documents you need. Total cost varies with document length, so a fee estimate before placing the order is always useful.
The Georgia DPH at https://dph.georgia.gov/VitalRecords offers divorce verifications for records from 1952 to 1996 at $10 each. These are state vital records documents and differ from certified court copies. For certified copies from the Chatham County case file, contact the clerk at (912) 434-8920.
Mail requests to the Chatham County Superior Court, 133 Montgomery Street Room 304, Savannah GA 31401. Include party names, approximate filing year, return address, and a check or money order for the fee. Confirm the current fee by phone before sending to avoid delays from underpayment.
Legal Help for Pooler Residents
Georgia Legal Aid covers the Coastal region including Chatham County. Visit https://www.georgialegalaid.org/ to find the Savannah-area office and apply for free legal assistance in family law cases. Divorce and custody matters are within their services for income-qualifying Pooler residents. The Coastal Georgia office is experienced with the range of domestic cases that come through Chatham County Superior Court.
The Georgia E-Forms site at https://eforms.georgiacourts.gov/ gives all filers free access to official court forms. Self-represented Pooler residents use these forms for straightforward uncontested divorces. For Pooler's growing population, many of whom have recently moved to the area, confirming your six-month Georgia residency is already met before filing is the first practical step.
For contested cases or those with complex property or custody issues, the State Bar of Georgia referral service connects you with family law attorneys in the Chatham County and Savannah area. Pooler's rapid growth has brought many legal professionals to the area, and Savannah has a well-established bar with experienced family law practitioners. Getting legal advice before filing a complex case is almost always the smarter approach.
Chatham County Divorce Records
Pooler is in Chatham County. All divorce filings for Pooler residents go through the Chatham County Superior Court. The county page has full details on fees, forms, online search, and getting copies.