The office handles all court-related administration in the areas of marriage, probate and estates, adoptions, and guardianships. The office also serves as the collection agent for Pennsylvania inheritance tax owed by decedents that lived in Lebanon County. The Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans’ Court is a dual office responsible for court related and non-court related activities.

FILING FIRST AND FINAL ACCOUNTS

• Last Day to File is the first Friday of the Month
• NISI: First Monday of following Month (after filing)
• Absolute: 20 days after NISI
• Objections: can only be filed after NISI

Due to an unusually high demand for our office’s services couples wishing to apply for a marriage license must call to make an appointment. Virtual appointments are still available for those who cannot come into the Courthouse due to illness, handicap or hardship.

Cash and Check are the only forms of payment currently accepted.

Related Links

• Information Available
• Fee Schedule (Effective February 1, 2019)
• Requirements for Marriage License
• Requisitos para Licencia de Matrimonio
• Forms for Filing with Register of Wills / Clerk of Orphans' Court
• PA Inheritance Tax Forms
• Orphans' Court Rules
• Guardianship Tracking System (GTS) web portal
• Public Case Search Portal