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 individual wishes to file such a claim he must complete and file a "Civil Complaint" and serve the complaint upon the named Defendant in ance with the governing rules. The plaintiff must prepay the filing and service fees, unless they are waived. A hearing will then be scheduled.
A small claims case starts by filing a claim with the Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court. You'll serve a copy of the claim and court date on the "defendant," the person or company you're suing. At the trial, you'll present evidence supporting your case.
A small claims case starts by filing a claim with the Pennsylvania Magisterial District Court. You'll serve a copy of the claim and court date on the "defendant," the person or company you're suing. At the trial, you'll present evidence supporting your case.
Custody issues in Franklin County are under the province of the Court of Common Pleas. That court is located in the Franklin County courthouse at 14 North Main Street, in Chambersburg. This is also where you go to file any petitions, such as your initial Custody Complaint.