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Register of Wills
Genealogy Research | Orphans' Court |
 

The Register of Wills is an elected office held by Linda Munley. Ms. Munley has been serving the public in this capacity since 1990.

The primary function of the Register of Wills is to probate or legally establish the validity of a decedent's will. In cases where a will does not exist, the Register of Wills will appoint a Personal Representative based on Pennsylvania Intestacy Laws. The Register of Wills is also an agent for the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue, collecting in excess of $13 million dollars of Inheritance Tax revenue annually.

 

Another chief responsibility of the Register of Wills office is the management, storage and preservation of filings dating back as far back as 1878, making this office an excellent resource for genealogical research.

Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. (except holidays). The office is located on the 4th floor of The Scranton Electric Building, Suite 400, 507 Linden Street Ave. Scranton, PA 18503. Customers may call the office directly at (570)963-6702 or fax at (570) 963-6377.

Please notice that all Register of Wills forms are now available online for your convenience.

OTHER RESOURCES & LINKS

AOPC Website (For Statewide Fill-in Capable Orphans’ Court Forms)

PA Department of Vital Statistics (To Request Birth and Death Certificates)

The PA Register of Wills Association

Inheritance Tax forms are also available for download by visiting www.revenue.state.pa.us.

This website is intended to benefit the public and those who frequent the office of the Register of Wills. If you have any questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

 Frequently Asked Questions

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Administrative Contacts
 
Linda Munley
Phone: 570-963-6702
Fax: 570-963-6377
E-mail: Munleyl@lackawannacounty.org
 
Frances Kovaleski, Deputy Register of Wills
Phone: 570-963-6702
Fax: 570-963-6377
E-mail: Kovaleskif@lackawannacounty.org
 
Contact Us
Phone: 570-963-6702
Fax: 570-963-6377
-E-mail: registerofwills@lackawannacounty.org

Location

The Scranton Electric Building
507 Linden Street
Suite 400
Scranton, PA 18503
 
Biography Contacts
 
Linda Munley, Register of Wills
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