Cobb County is one of the largest suburban counties in metro Atlanta, with a significant rental market in Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw, Acworth, and Powder Springs. Here's what landlords need to know about the dispossessory process in Cobb County.
Filing in Cobb County
Dispossessory affidavits in Cobb County are filed with the Cobb County Magistrate Court in Marietta. Cobb handles a substantial volume of dispossessory cases and has established procedures that move cases efficiently when filings are correct.
Filing fee: Cobb County's filing fee typically ranges from $75–$100. Confirm the current fee with the clerk's office before filing.
Filing location: The Cobb County Magistrate Court is located at the Cobb County Justice Center in Marietta. Cases can typically be filed in person at the clerk's window.
Service of the Summons
After filing, the Cobb County Marshal's Office serves the summons on the tenant. Service in Cobb County typically takes 3–7 days from the filing date. The marshal attempts personal service first; if the tenant is unavailable, tack-and-mail service is used.
The Answer Window and Default Judgments
The tenant has 7 calendar days from service to file a written answer. In Cobb County, the majority of dispossessory cases proceed as uncontested — tenants either vacate voluntarily or do not file an answer.
If the tenant does not answer, request the default judgment from the clerk immediately after the 7-day window closes. Cobb County processes default judgments relatively quickly once requested.
Hearings in Cobb County
If the tenant files an answer, the case is scheduled for a hearing before a Cobb County Magistrate Court judge. Hearing dates in Cobb County are typically set 1–3 weeks after the answer is filed.
Cobb County hearings are generally efficient. Come prepared with your lease, rent ledger, and proof of notice service.
Set-Out Scheduling
After the writ of possession is issued, contact the Cobb County Marshal's Office to schedule the set-out. Cobb County set-out scheduling is generally faster than Fulton County — expect 1–2 weeks from writ issuance to set-out date in most cases.
Key Contacts
- Cobb County Magistrate Court: 32 Waddell St, Marietta, GA 30090
- Cobb County Marshal's Office: Handles both summons service and set-out scheduling
W.D.S. in Cobb County
W.D.S. Eviction Service handles dispossessory cases throughout Cobb County — from Marietta to Kennesaw to Smyrna. We know the local procedures and move cases efficiently.
Call us at (404) 795-5069 to start your Cobb County eviction case.
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