Common Pleas

• Attach all exhibits or attachments mentioned in a pleading.
• Attach motion slips to motion when filing.
• Clearly define Plaintiffs and Defendants on all filings and actions (please be as brief as possible), especially on minor settlements.
• Ensure that correct case number is on all pleadings filed.
• For foreclosures, ensure that property description, location and address is provided for both the Lis Pendens and the civil case.
• If filed copies are needed, please provide extra copies and a self-addresses stamped envelope, or have a courier pick them up.
• Inform Common Pleas in writing when a case has ended.
• Notify Common Pleas in writing of attorney's change of address.
• Supply the address of opposing attorney (if applicable) on orders.
• Type or print judge's name below signature line on orders.
• Use the roster information line.
• When a foreclosure case is ending and a Master's Report is on file, provide the correct case number and the correct Lis Pendens number when filing Order of Dismissal and Cancellation of Lis Pendens.