Upholding Justice at the Intermediate Appellate Level
The Pennsylvania Superior Court is a statewide intermediate appellate court that reviews appeals in criminal and most civil cases from the Courts of Common Pleas. Its opinions help ensure Pennsylvania law is applied consistently across the Commonwealth and provide guidance for future cases.
Many matters reach the Superior Court after a final order in the trial court. Appeals are generally decided from the record and written briefs, and oral argument may be scheduled based on the court calendar and rules.
Contact Information
Physical Address
📍 Superior Court Prothonotary
Pennsylvania Judicial Center
601 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 4500
P O Box 62575
Harrisburg, PA 17106
Phone:
📞 (717) 772 1294
Official Website:
🔗 pacourts.us (Pennsylvania Superior Court)
Jurisdiction and Responsibilities
The Pennsylvania Superior Court has jurisdiction and responsibilities that include
• Reviewing criminal appeals from the Courts of Common Pleas
• Reviewing most civil appeals from the Courts of Common Pleas
• Issuing written opinions and orders that guide lower courts statewide
Our appeal lawyers in Harrisburg handle Superior Court appeal strategy, appellate brief drafting, and filing support in accordance with Pennsylvania appellate rules.
Location Coordinates
Pennsylvania Judicial Center, Harrisburg
📌 Latitude: 40.2670° N
📌 Longitude: 76.8821° W
Hours of Operation
🕗 Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
📅 Closed on state observed holidays
Learn More
For more information on court procedures, filing guidance, calendars, and accessing opinions, visit the Pennsylvania Superior Court section on the Unified Judicial System website.Looking for federal appellate help in Pennsylvania? Visit our main Pennsylvania Federal Appeals page to learn more about deadlines, procedures, and next steps.
