The service runs at the Adelaide Magistrates Court.
The MCLAS only deals with disputes that fall within the minor civil claims jurisdiction, being any civil dispute with a value of up to $12000.00The types of matters dealt with include: fencing disputes, building disputes, claims in negligence, contractual disputes, and other types of matters. The service does NOT deal with criminal matters, civil matters in excess of $12000.00 family law or personal injury claims.