Prothonotary
All filing fees for self-represented parties will be CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY. No personal checks are accepted.
PLEASE NOTE: A NEW FEE SCHEDULE TAKES EFFECT JANUARY 2, 2024.
We would encourage anyone with a case in the Prothonotary’s office to contact the office via telephone at (717) 261-3858.
Services
The Prothonotary's office files all civil documents, divorces, custody, protection from abuse (PFA) and judgements.
This office is not permitted to issue legal advice or procedures, please consult your attorney for any legal questions.
Forms may not be available in some cases.
Forms for those filing any divorce or custody matter can be found at:
www.pacourts.us/learn/representing-yourself
*Divorce proceedings - read "divorce procedure" to choose correct forms and follow the step by step instructions.
*Custody proceedings
Effective July 22, 2024: We will no longer accept "faxed/facsimile pleadings from parties. For details, click here.
14 N. Main St.
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3858
Fax (717) 264-6772
Office Hours: M - F, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Closed on weekends and all county observed holidays
