Lackawanna County probate forms

Affidavit of Death

Used to formally attest to the death of an individual, often for estate administration purposes.

Affidavit of Domicile

Used to formally declare the legal residence of a deceased person at the time of their death for estate administration.

Application for Elderly Extension or Tax Deferral

Allows elderly individuals to apply for an extension or deferral on property tax payments.

JUNE-17 — Application For Genealogy Searches: Wills/Estates

Used to request a genealogy search for wills and estate records held by the Register of Wills.

Caveat

Filed to prevent the probate of a will or the grant of letters until a formal hearing can be conducted.

Caveat / Bond of Caveat

Provides security in conjunction with a caveat, ensuring potential damages are covered if the challenge to a will is unsuccessful.

RUE-10 — Certification Of Notice Under Rule 10.5

Estate Information Sheet

Gathers essential preliminary information about a deceased person's estate for administrative and filing purposes.

RW-09 — Estate Inventory

Used by the personal representative to list and value all assets belonging to a deceased person's estate.

JUNE-2018 — Guardian Cover Sheet

Serves as a cover sheet for documents related to a guardianship case.

Guardians Inventory for an Incapacitated Person – 007071

Used by a guardian to list all assets and property belonging to an incapacitated person.

Mental Health Court Application

Allows individuals to apply for admission into a specialized mental health court program.

Natural Parents Waiver of Confidentiality of Adoption Records

Allows natural parents to waive confidentiality for adoption records, making them accessible.

OC07 — Notice of Claim

Used by a creditor to formally notify an estate of a claim for money owed by the decedent.

Notice of Intention to Appeal from Register

Filed to formally declare an intent to appeal a decision made by the Register of Wills.

RW-05 — Oath of Witness to Will Executed by MARK

Provides a sworn statement by a witness affirming the proper execution of a will where the testator signed with a mark.

RULE-10 — PA O.C. Rule 10.5 Notice of Estate Administration

Provides formal notice to interested parties that an estate has been opened for administration under Orphans' Court Rule 10.5.

Payments To Family, Funeral Directors, Settlement Of Small Estates

2.4 — Petition for Adjudication Decedents Estate

Filed to request a formal court review and approval of the final accounting and distribution of a decedent's estate.

2.4 — Petition for Adjudication Guardian of Estate of Incapacitated Person

Filed to request a formal court review and approval of the final accounting and distribution of an incapacitated person's guardianship estate.

2.4 — Petition for Adjudication Guardian of Estate of Minor

Petitions the court for adjudication regarding the guardianship of a minor's estate.

2.4 — Petition for Adjudication Principals Estate (Under Power of Attorney)

Petitions the court for adjudication of a principal's estate managed under a power of attorney.

2.4 — Petition for Adjudication Trust

Petitions the court for adjudication concerning a trust.

4904 — Petition for Guardianship Review Hearing

Filed to request a court hearing to review an existing guardianship arrangement.

Petition for Involuntary Termination

Petitions the court for the involuntary termination of parental rights.

Petition for Probate, Grant of Letters

Filed to initiate the probate process and request the court to grant letters of administration or testamentary.

10.5 — Pro-Se Affidavit

Filed by an individual representing themselves in court to provide a sworn statement or declaration.

Probate Packet

Contains a collection of forms and instructions necessary to initiate and complete the probate process for an estate.

Report of Guardian of the Estate – 007068

Submitted by a guardian to report on the financial management of an incapacitated person's estate.

Report of Guardian of the Person – 007069

Submitted by a guardian to report on the personal care and well-being of an incapacitated person.

Unavailable Witness Affidavit

Used to provide a sworn statement when a witness to a will is unavailable to testify in person.

Waiver of Fiduciary Bond

Used to request or agree to waive the requirement for a fiduciary (executor/administrator) to post a bond.

Accounting/Audit Check List

Provides a checklist for fiduciaries to ensure proper accounting and auditing of an estate or guardianship.

SS-4 — Application and Instructions for Employer Identification EIN Number Form SS-4

Used to apply for an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for an estate or trust from the IRS.

SSA-11 — Guardian Checklist

Provides a checklist of requirements and duties for individuals serving as guardians.

25.22 — Guardianship Checklist

Provides a checklist of steps and requirements for initiating or managing a guardianship case.

2025 Orphans' Court Calendar

2026 Orphans Court Calendar

Register of Wills / Clerk of Orphans’ Court Fee Schedule

Lackawanna County Local Orphans' Court Rules

Lackawanna County Orphans' Court Rules

Pennsylvania Orphans' Court Rules