Orphans’ Court Litigation

Orphans' Court litigation does not necessarily involve cases for children with deceased parents. However, it sometimes can. In Pennsylvania, the lowest level courts are known as the Courts of Common Pleas. In Allegheny County, the Courts of Common Pleas are separated...

Orphans' Court litigation is the way to challenge a Will. Probate of a Will in Pennsylvania is usually a fairly straightforward process. The Will is filed with the Register of Wills and the Executor is appointed to administer the estate, to pay bills and taxes...