The Pennsylvania Entry of Appearance of Self-Represented Party is a document filed in the court by an individual who wishes to represent themselves in a legal action. It notifies the court of the party's intention to represent themselves without the assistance of a lawyer. There are two types of entries of appearance: an Entry of Appearance of Self-Represented Party and an Entry of Appearance of a Self-Represented Party with a Designation of Counsel. The Entry of Appearance of Self-Represented Party is a document filed by an individual who is not represented by a lawyer and does not wish to designate a lawyer to represent them. The Entry of Appearance of Self-Represented Party must be signed by the self-represented party and the signature must be notarized. The document must include the name of the party, address, telephone number, and the court’s name and case number. The document must also include a certification that the person signing is the party or an authorized representative of the party. The Entry of Appearance of Self-Represented Party must be filed with the court prior to any appearance before the court.