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Stop Guessing Philadelphia County Exhibit Rules

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  • Philadelphia County plaintiffs mark exhibits with Exhibit P-1, P-2..., and defendants use Exhibit D-1, D-2....
  • Philadelphia County's primary exhibit rule is Philadelphia Civil Rule *212.1.
  • Philadelphia County courts e-file through PACFile, with a maximum file size of 35 MB.
  • Philadelphia County is part of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas.
  • First judicial district of pennsylvania.
  • Complex litigation center.
  • Philadelphia County case assignments span multiple courthouse locations, including Civil Trial Division.
  • ExhibitPrep generates court-compliant Philadelphia County exhibit stamps entirely in the browser, with files never leaving the user's device.
PennsylvaniaPACFile35 MB limit

Quick Reference

Plaintiff MarkingExhibit P-1, P-2...
Defendant MarkingExhibit D-1, D-2...
Court SystemPhiladelphia Court of Common Pleas
E-Filing SystemPACFile
File Size Limit35 MB
Primary RulePhiladelphia Civil Rule *212.1

Key Requirements for Philadelphia County

  • First Judicial District of Pennsylvania
  • Complex Litigation Center
  • Commerce Court for business disputes
  • Mandatory e-filing for civil cases
  • Detailed pre-trial memorandum requirements

Local Practice Notes

Among the strictest requirements in the state. True and correct copies of each exhibit must be presented to the Trial Judge and to each counsel of record at the time the exhibit is marked for identification, per Pa.R.C.P. 223.1. Custody of trial exhibits is separately governed by the Pennsylvania Rules of Judicial Administration, Chapter 51 (Rule 5101 et seq.). PACFile's general document cap is 500 MB per filing, well above this county's stated 35 MB limit, so treat any narrower page-size or per-file specifics you hear as department-level practice, not a published statewide standard -- confirm current formatting preferences (tabs vs. separator pages, exact size caps) with the clerk before trial.

Court Locations

Civil Trial DivisionCommerce CourtComplex Litigation Center

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Typical Philadelphia County Exhibit Timeline

Discovery
Gather exhibits
Pre-Trial
Mark & exchange
Trial
Present exhibits

Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas has specific pre-trial exhibit procedures.

Philadelphia County Exhibit FAQs

How do I mark exhibits for Philadelphia County courts?

In Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, plaintiffs typically use Exhibit P-1, P-2... while defendants use Exhibit D-1, D-2.... Always verify with the specific court division's local rules.

What is the e-filing system for Philadelphia County?

Philadelphia County uses PACFile for electronic filing. The maximum file size is typically 35 MB. Check with your specific court for exact requirements.

What are the exhibit rules for Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas?

Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas has specific pre-trial exhibit procedures. Always verify current requirements with the court clerk or your specific judge's standing orders.

Does ExhibitPrep work for Philadelphia County courts?

Yes! ExhibitPrep creates professional exhibit stamps that comply with Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania court requirements. Our tool supports the marking conventions used in Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas.

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Philadelphia County Courthouses

Specific filing requirements vary by courthouse. Select your courthouse for detailed information:

Last updated: 2026-07. Always verify current requirements with your court.