Important Local Rules Update
Notice from the Court AdministratorThe Office of the Westmoreland County Court Administrator is taking over duties as the new publisher of local rules. The office will continue to publish the local...
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WBA members, it's open enrollment for the Lawyer Referral Service of...
The WBA is accepting registration for the 2016 Lawyer Referral Service. At just $125, the registration fee allows WBA members to participate in the only court-recognized referral service in...
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Change in deadline for Westmoreland Law Journal
Change in deadline for Westmoreland Law JournalDue to the Thanksgiving holiday, the deadline for copy for the November 27, 2015, issue of the Westmoreland Law Journal is Friday, November 20, 2015.read...
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He's Coming To Town!
Please join us on Thursday, December 10, from 5:30 to 7 pm for family-friendly fun with Santa. Children will have the opportunity to participate in holiday activities and visit with Santa to share...
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Change in deadline for Westmoreland Law Journal
Due to the Christmas holiday, the deadline for copy for the December 25, 2015, issue of the Westmoreland Law Journal is Friday, December 18, 2015. Due to the New Year's holiday, the deadline for copy...
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Nominating Committee accepting applications for 2016-2017 Board, Committees
The Nominating Committee is accepting letters of application for positions on the Board of Directors, Membership Committee, and Building Committee. Any member interested in running for these positions...
View ArticleNotice on civil/orphans' court motions
Judge Chris Scherer will not be hearing civil or orphans’ court motions on the following Fridays: January 29, 2016 February 12, 2016 March 11, 2016 Counsel should make arrangements to present motions...
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President Judge McCormick, Jr. will not be hearing civil or orphans' court motions on the following Fridays:February 19, 2016 February 26, 2016Counsel should make arrangements to present motions on a...
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The Bench/Bar Conference turns 30 this year! Celebrate with us at Nemacolin...
In recognition of the 30th annual Bench/Bar Conference of the Westmoreland Bar Association, we are opening the event for the first time to spouses/adult guests, and a special discounted rate is...
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WBA is booking photoshoots for 2016 Directory
WBA members, five years have passed since the last membership directory was printed and a lot has happened since then. The 2016 directory is underway and the first step is for you to book an...
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2016 Mock Trial Competition is underway!
Beginning on Thursday, January 28th, at 5:00 pm, high school teams will meet at the Westmoreland County Courthouse to begin the 2016 Mock Trial Competition. This event is free and open to the public....
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Judge Chris Scherer will not be hearing civil or orphans’ court motions on the following Fridays: March 11, 2016 Counsel should make arrangements to present motions on a prior or subsequent Friday.
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Change in deadline for Westmoreland Law Journal
Due to the Good Friday holiday, the deadline for copy for the March 25, 2016, issue of the Westmoreland Law Journal is Noon on Monday, March 21, 2016.read more
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AND THE WINNER IS ... Penn-Trafford!
Congratulations to District 1 Mock Trial winner Penn-Trafford High School, who claimed the trophy at the March 1 competition against Franklin Regional. Penn-Trafford advances to the Regional...
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Join us for the WBF/WBA Annual Meeting on Monday, April 4, 2016.
On Monday, April 4, be one of the attorneys and judges of Westmoreland County in attendance at the Annual Membership Meeting at the banquet center at Rizzo's. Join your friends and colleagues as they...
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Listen here: Building A Successful Private Practice in Westmoreland County
Did you miss Mike Ferguson's March 2 seminar on "Building A Successful Private Practice in Westmoreland County"? Never fear, our podcast is here! No credits are available for listening, but now you,...
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President Judge McCormick, Jr. will not be hearing civil or orphans’ court motions on the following Fridays:April 8, 2016 May 20, 2016 May 27, 2016 Counsel should make arrangements to present motions...
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Law school scholarships available to Westmoreland County residents
The Westmoreland Bar Foundation is pleased to offer three law school scholarships, which are available to Westmoreland County residents for the 2016-17 school year. Students can be first, second or...
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FREE EVENT: Serving Those Who Served: Veteran Benefits, Programs and Legal...
Those interested in Veterans’ Affairs are invited to attend a free conference on Friday, April 29 from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon at Penn State Fayette in Swimmers Hall. Titled “Serving Those Who Served:...
View ArticleNotice from the Court Administrator
The Court Administrator's office will publish the final criminal jury trial term on the website the Thursday prior to the first day of each monthly criminal trial term beginning in May, 2016. This will...
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