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Small Claims Court Actions You can appear in Small Claims Court without an attorney, as many parties often do. Filing fees vary and are generally based on the amount you are seeking to recover, but at a minimum, $100, and are recoverable if you win and you can find the fee by calling the office of the MDJ.

Complete the Civil complaint form fully and neatly. Be sure to provide enough information so the person you are suing knows why he or she is being sued. Once the complaint is completed, you must file it at the correct Magisterial District Court office. Be prepared to pay the filing fees.

In Pennsylvania, a lawsuit involving a claim of $12,000.00 or less can be filed in Magisterial District Court. For claims over $12,000.00, the party filing the lawsuit, who is known as the plaintiff, must file in the Court of Common Pleas.

If an attorney does not represent you, you must come to the Court's First Filing Office on the 10 th floor of 1339 Chestnut Street. Only the parties who entered into a contract or the person who suffered a personal injury or property damage normally have the right to bring an action.

Civil Complaint (Includes One Certified Mail Service)$156.00Counterclaim / Crossclaim$50.00Third Party Complaint$50.00Amended Complaint$70.00Jury Demand (Payable 10 Days Prior to Jury Trial)$350.0034 more rows

What's the small claims dollar limit in Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court? You can ask for up to $12,000 in the small claims division in Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court?the court that handles small claims matters in Pennsylvania. Small claims matters are also heard in Philadelphia Municipal Court.