COURTS: Court Filing Tips and Forms
COURTS
The Court of Common Pleas of Chester County is a general jurisdiction trial court located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. There are eleven full time judges and one senior judge. The judges hear a wide spectrum of cases, including adult and juvenile criminal prosecutions, lawsuits involving money or property, divorce, custody disputes, child support issues, adoptions, and estates. In addition to court staff and court administration, the court supervises Adult Probation, Juvenile Probation, Domestic Relations, Bail Agency, Court Reporters, and the Law Library. The Court oversees and provides administrative services to the seventeen district justice offices that comprise the District Justice system in Chester County.

 
 
 
 
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Tips and Forms for Filing in Chester County Civil Court
 
 
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  • Praecipe for Entry of Appearance with Attorney ID# is required with every initial filing or initial pleading.
  • Make checks payable to "Prothonotary of Chester County".
  • Prothonotary Automation Fee as indicated in Pa.C.S.A. Sec. 21071.2 is included in all new filing fees.
  • A cover sheet is required for new cases only.
  • Backers are not required. 
  • Chesco PIN gives you docket entries at your fingertips. For information on how you can use your computer to access Chester County Courthouse records Call (610) 344-6884.
  • The Prothonotary’s Office also accepts applications for U.S. Passports.
    For Passport information, CLICK HERE, or  call (610) 344-6050.
  • Enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope with all filings
  • Mail To:
Chester County
Prothonotary's Office
201 W. Market Street
P.O. Box 2746
West Chester, PA 19380-0989


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