Lancaster County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$181.50
E-filing
Permissive
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$237.00

At $182, the civil filing fee in Lancaster County is about the same as nearby counties (median $185 across 5 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Office of the Prothonotary, Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas (2nd Judicial District)

Andrew E. Spade

50 N. Duke St., Lancaster, PA 17608
E-FilingPermissive

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Civil Complaint
$181.50
$181.50 (commencement of civil action, Prothonotary; eff. Dec 1, 2025)
Small Claims
$12,000
Not handled by Prothonotary - civil claims up to $12,000 filed with Magisterial District Courts
Divorce / Family
$237.00
$237.00 (no-fault divorce complaint; eff. Dec 1, 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania is $181.50 (commencement of civil action, Prothonotary; eff. Dec 1, 2025)

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

    $237.00 (no-fault divorce complaint; eff. Dec 1, 2025)

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

    Yes. E-filing is available through Teleosoft CountySuite Portal.

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

    Yes. You can look up cases online at ujsportal.pacourts.us.

  • Where do I file court documents in Lancaster County?

    Filings go to the Office of the Prothonotary, Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas (2nd Judicial District), located at 50 N. Duke St., Lancaster, PA 17608. You can reach the clerk at (717) 299-8282.

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