Chester County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$184.75
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Main courthouse: Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market St, Suite 1425, West Chester, PA 19380Clerk counter: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PMSource

Filing fees

Official fee schedule
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$184.75
Small claimsVaries, see details
Divorce / family$215.25

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $185, the civil filing fee in Chester County is lower than most nearby counties (median $297 across 3 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Prothonotary, Chester County Court of Common Pleas (15th Judicial District)
Alex Christy
Chester County Justice Center · Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
(610) 344-6300201 W Market St, Suite 1425, West Chester, PA 19380
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(610) 421-0502

Courthouses in Chester County

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Chester County Court of Common Pleas

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Address
Chester County Courthouse, 201 W. Market Street, West Chester, 19380
Phone
(610) 344-6000
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Magisterial District Court 15-1-01 (West Chester)

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Address
201 West Market Street, Suite 1307, West Chester, 19380
Phone
(610) 431-4814
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Magisterial District Court 15-1-02 (West Chester)

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Address
1572 Paoli Pike, West Chester, 19380
Phone
(610) 455-1100
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Magisterial District Court 15-1-03 (Coatesville)

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Address
One City Hall Place, Suite 200, Coatesville, 19320
Phone
(610) 455-1155
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Magisterial District Court 15-1-04 (West Chester)

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Address
21 West Market Street, Suite 100, West Chester, 19382
Phone
(610) 344-6622
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Magisterial District Court 15-2-01 (Phoenixville)

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Address
347 Bridge Street, Phoenixville, 19460
Phone
(610) 455-1125
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Magisterial District Court 15-2-03 (West Chester)

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Address
601 Westtown Road, Suite 110, West Chester, 19380
Phone
(610) 436-5757
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Magisterial District Court 15-2-07 (Exton)

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Address
75 East Uwchlan Avenue, Suite 110, Exton, 19341
Phone
(610) 455-1140
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Magisterial District Court 15-3-01 (Pottstown)

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Address
1101 Ridge Road, Suite B, Pottstown, 19465
Phone
(610) 455-1120
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Magisterial District Court 15-3-04 (Kennett Square)

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Address
916 West Cypress Street, Kennett Square, 19348
Phone
(610) 455-1170
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Magisterial District Court 15-3-05 (Oxford)

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Address
305 South Third Street, Oxford, 19363
Phone
(610) 455-1160
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Magisterial District Court 15-3-06 (Honey Brook)

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Address
4824 Horseshoe Pike, Honey Brook, 19344
Phone
(610) 455-1110
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Magisterial District Court 15-3-07 (Parkesburg)

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Address
315 West First Avenue, Building 3, Parkesburg, 19365
Phone
(610) 455-1115
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Magisterial District Court 15-4-01 (Wayne)

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Address
950 West Valley Road, Suite 3100, Wayne, 19087
Phone
(610) 455-1130
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Magisterial District Court 15-4-02 (Downingtown)

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Address
231 Boot Road, Downingtown, 19335
Phone
(610) 455-1145
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Magisterial District Court 15-4-03 (Exton)

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Address
Whiteland Business Park, 748 Springdale Drive, Suite 110, Exton, 19341
Phone
(610) 455-1150
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Magisterial District Court 15-4-04 (Kennett Square)

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Address
914 West Cypress Street, Kennett Square, 19348
Phone
(610) 455-1175

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Chester County?

    The civil filing fee in Chester County, Pennsylvania is $184.75 (commencement of action / complaint, eff. Jan 1, 2026)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Chester County?

    Not handled by Prothonotary - civil claims up to $12,000 filed with Magisterial District Courts.

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Chester County?

    $215.25 (no-fault divorce complaint, eff. Jan 1, 2026)

  • Can I e-file court documents in Chester County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through eFlex.

  • Is there a free online case search for Chester County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at epin.chesco.org.

  • Where do I file court documents in Chester County?

    Filings go to the Prothonotary, Chester County Court of Common Pleas (15th Judicial District), located at 201 W Market St, Suite 1425, West Chester, PA 19380. You can reach the clerk at (610) 344-6300.

Chester County Court of Common Pleas, PA: (610) 344-6300, Hours & $184.75 Filing Fee | 1Court