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LEGAL INFORMATION
Delaware County Court of Common Pleas Administrative Orders
Compromise, Settlement, Discontinuance of Minor's Action and Distribution
Rule 1901.3 (e) Protection from Abuse
Rule 1915.11-1 Parenting Coordination
Adoption of Rule 205.4 Electronic Filing and Service of Legal Papers in Delaware County
Rule *30 - Appeals from Real Estate Assessment
Rule 1920.53 Hearing by Master Rescinded 2-4-2026
Helpful Legal Information for the Public
Becoming involved in the court system can be intimidating, especially if you are not represented by an attorney. If you would like to find a lawyer to help you, please contact the Delaware County Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service at 610-566-6625, extension 221.
If you are trying to find help for yourself, listed below are some of the more common forms used in court and an explanation of those forms. This information is NOT intended to provide legal advice but is for informational purposes only.
REMEMBER, THESE FORMS ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR CONSULTING WITH AN EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO CONSULT WITH A LAWYER, CALL THE LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE AT 610-566-6625, EXTENSION 221.
CIVIL MATTERS
| Civil Complaint | Complaint for Use in Magisterial District Court | Click HERE |
| Landlord/Tenant | Complaint for Use in Magisterial District Court | Click HERE |
| Notice of Appeal | Appeal of Judgment from Magisterial District Court | Click HERE |
| Orphans’ Court | Forms available through AOPC | Click HERE |
CRIMINAL MATTERS
| Private Criminal Complaint |
Check with local District Court or DA’s Office | Click HERE |
| Expungement | Petitions pursuant to Rile 490 and 790 | Click HERE |
FAMILY LAW MATTER
| Divorce |
Divorce Forms (through the PA Supreme Court |
Click HERE |
| Custody | Custody Forms (through PA Supreme Court) | Click HERE |
FILING FEES
For a list of Court filing fees, please click HERE.
If you are unable to pay the filing fees, you may qualify to file “In Forma Pauperis”. CLICK HERE for the Petition to file In Forma Pauperis. The Court will review your Petition and make a determination as to whether you qualify for waiver of the filing fees.
Local Rules
The Delaware County Local Civil, Criminal, and Orphans’ Court Rules and Administrative Orders can be accessed by CLICKING HERE.
To access local rules for counties other than Delaware, please CLICK HERE to be taken to the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts website.
Other Resources for the Public
To learn more about the Pennsylvania Court System, please visit the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania website by clicking on the icon below. This site will provide you with an excellent overview of the state justice system
If you have specific issues which you need addressed, below are some important numbers and websites which might be helpful:
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If you would like to search for information about a lawyer or report a lawyer for misconduct… |
Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA | 610-650-8210 | CLICK HERE for website |
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If you are interested in learning more about the state Bar Association or if you need links to other county bar associations… |
Pennsylvania Bar Association | 800-932-0311 | CLICK HERE for website |
| If you are a victim of domestic violence and need assistance… | Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County | 610-565-4590 | CLICK HERE for website |
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If you have been a victim of crime and want to learn more about services such as Crimes Victims Compensation… |
Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency | 800-692-7292 | CLICK HERE for website |