Small Claims Court Montgomery County 38-1-02 Magisterial District Court

Christopher Mandracchia • December 5, 2025

In Pennsylvania, Magisterial District Judges (“MDJs”) decide small claims cases. Small claims cases involve civil disputes where the claim is for twelve thousand ($12,000.00) dollars or less. If the party filing the lawsuit, also known as the plaintiff, is seeking a claim for over twelve thousand ($12,000.00) dollars, the plaintiff may either file with the Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas or file in the small claims court with the Magisterial District Court. However, if a plaintiff chooses to file with the Magisterial District Court, the plaintiff waives their right to recover any amount over twelve thousand ($12,000.00) dollars.



Pennsylvania small claims courts have jurisdiction to adjudicate certain civil claims, including contract disputes, personal injury, property damage, and other negligence cases.


Where Do I Find Information for Small Claims Court Montgomery County District Court 38-1-02? 


Here is the contact information for the office of the Magisterial District Judge 38-1-02, R. Emmett Madden Magisterial District Judge.


Magisterial District Judge 38-1-02

Madden, R. Emmett
117 York Road, Suite 100 B
Jenkintown, PA 19046
(Jenkintown Borough)


Phone: (215) 635-1535, 0656

FAX: (215) 635-2256

EML: DC38102@montgomerycountypa.gov


8:30 – 4:30 (Office Hours)

8:30 – 4:00 (Open to Public)

Magisterial District Judge 38-1-02 District includes: part of Cheltenham Township and Jenkintown Borough


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