Can the staff of the Prothonotary's Office provide legal advice or help me to file documents?

No. The staff of the Prothonotary's Office is prohibited from providing legal advice or helping individuals to file documents. If you choose to represent yourself in a lawsuit, it is your responsibility to educate yourself on the appropriate rules of civil procedure and local rules.

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1. What is a Prothonotary?
2. What type of records are filed in the Prothonotary's Office?
3. Are documents filed in the Luzerne County Prothonotary's Office available online?
4. Are all records filed in the Prothonotary's Office public record?
5. May I obtain certified copies of documents?
6. How can I pay for filing fees?
7. Can the staff of the Prothonotary's Office provide legal advice or help me to file documents?