- Pa. R. Civ. P. 4009.1 / Philadelphia Local Rules (Pa. R. Civ. P. 4009.1 / Philadelphia Local Rules)
Governs exhibit marking and filing format at Philadelphia City Hall Courts.
Philadelphia City Hall Courts Exhibit Requirements
Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County
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- Philadelphia City Hall Courts is the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, located at 1400 John F. Kennedy Boulevard.
- Plaintiff exhibits use the P-1, P-2, P-3 prefix and defendant exhibits use D-1, D-2, D-3, unlike the plain numbers/letters convention used in most other states.
- Philadelphia Civil Rule *204.1 governs the electronic format of filed legal papers.
- Philadelphia's electronic filing rule requires each file to be no larger than 5MB, and a larger file must be split into multiple files.
- Philadelphia requires every electronically filed PDF page to be 8 and 1/2 inches in size exactly.
- The Commerce Program handles complex business disputes and has its own exhibit-formatting expectations beyond the general civil rules.
- Mass tort litigation is frequently consolidated and heard at Philadelphia City Hall, which can mean higher-volume, multi-party exhibit exchanges.
- SEPTA's Broad Street Line stops within walking distance of City Hall, making it accessible without downtown parking.
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Filing Essentials
The clerk's counter operates Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Electronic filings through PACFile generally have a later effective cutoff than the physical counter -- verify the exact time before relying on it for a same-day deadline.
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Local Tips for Philadelphia City Hall Courts
- Historic City Hall building; Commerce Program handles complex business disputes and mass tort litigation is frequently heard here
- SEPTA Broad Street Line accessible
- Philadelphia requires electronic files no larger than 5MB each and PDF pages 8 and 1/2 inches in size exactly
- Use an exhibit separator page between each exhibit when assembling a combined PDF for filing
Location & Access
1400 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Paid parking in Center City. SEPTA accessible.
Security screening at the main entrance. Budget extra time during the morning rush, especially on Monday.
Common Mistakes at Philadelphia City Hall Courts
- 1.Using an exhibit label format the court did not expect; confirm the labeling convention with the assigned judge.
- 2.Missing Commerce Program-specific rules
- 3.Waiting until the clerk's office closes to discover a file format problem with PACFile
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Use the guide as a preparation checklist
- Check the instructions for your assigned court.
- Confirm labels, deadlines, and delivery method.
- Review the finished files before submitting.
Keep a Preparation Reference Handy
Use the Philadelphia City Hall Courts guide as a starting point, then check the official instructions and orders for your case.
Philadelphia City Hall Courts Exhibit FAQs
How do plaintiffs and defendants mark exhibits differently at Philadelphia City Hall Courts?
Plaintiffs typically use Exhibit P-1, P-2, P-3... while defendants use Exhibit D-1, D-2, D-3..., under Pa. R. Civ. P. 4009.1 / Philadelphia Local Rules. Individual departments can vary this convention, so confirm with the assigned judge's standing orders before trial.
What e-filing system does Philadelphia County use, and what's the size limit?
Philadelphia City Hall Courts files through PACFile, capped at No larger than 5MB per file in Philadelphia electronic filing (Philadelphia Civil Rule *204.1) per document. Documents should be submitted in PDF format for best compatibility.
What's the most common exhibit mistake attorneys make at Philadelphia City Hall Courts?
Using an exhibit label format the court did not expect; confirm the labeling convention with the assigned judge.. Building in extra time to double-check formatting before the filing deadline avoids most rejections.
What's one local filing quirk to know before showing up at Philadelphia City Hall Courts?
Historic City Hall building; Commerce Program handles complex business disputes and mass tort litigation is frequently heard here.
Does ExhibitPrep produce exhibits that comply with Philadelphia City Hall Courts requirements?
Yes. ExhibitPrep supports the Exhibit P-1, P-2, P-3... / Exhibit D-1, D-2, D-3... marking conventions used at Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County and exports PDF files within the No larger than 5MB per file in Philadelphia electronic filing (Philadelphia Civil Rule *204.1) limit for PACFile.
ExhibitPrep formats documents; it does not provide legal advice or filing approval. Some guidance remains unverified. Citations support only their stated claims and scope. Review the finished files against current court instructions and case orders before filing. Check requirements and the finished PDF before filing.
Last updated: 2026-03. Always verify current requirements with the court.