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Self-Help: Ejectment in Philadelphia

Phila. Elder Justice & Civil Resource Center

This Help Center may be able to help with filing documents and/or providing information related to ejectment proceedings: 

"The Elder Justice & Civil Resource Center (the “Center”) is a court-operated resource center located in City Hall. The Center provides assistance for all Philadelphians in civil court matters, with a focus on serving individuals 60 and older and self represented litigants. Managed by the First Judicial District Office of Judicial Records, Civil Division..."

Location: Room 278, City Hall, Philadelphia

Phone: (215) 686-7027

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Assistance Provided: 

  • Provides information on court processes and procedures
  • Refers seniors and self-represented litigants to legal service providers
  • Connects individuals with volunteer attorney and law student programs (by appointment only and subject to availability)
  • Guides beginners through Civil and Orphans’ Court e-filing systems
  • Assists newly appointed guardians with annual and inventory report filing
  • Shares forms and information