Luzerne Legal Register is Luzerne County’s official law journal and reporter of judicial decisions, serving as the authoritative source for legal news and information in the region since its founding in 1872. It distinguishes itself as the designated publisher of court opinions and statutory legal notices, operating under the oversight of the Wilkes-Barre Law & Library Association.
Published weekly, the journal provides a vital public record of judicial activity and legal proceedings, catering primarily to attorneys, judges, government agencies, and businesses requiring official notification. Under the direction of Legal Editor-in-Chief Joseph P.J. Burke III, it ensures timely and compliance with statutory publication requirements, reinforcing its role as an essential legal institution in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Services Offered
- Publication of judicial opinions from the Court of Common Pleas of Luzerne County
- Legal advertising services including incorporations
- Change of name notices
- Fictitious name filing notices
- Tax sale announcements
- Sheriff sale announcements
- Other statutory legal advertising
- Weekly distribution of legal news and bar association updates
- Subscription-based access to current and back issues
- Coordination with the Wilkes-Barre Law & Library Association for bar-related activities
The Register serves Luzerne County and surrounding regions, operating from the Luzerne County Courthouse in Wilkes-Barre. While it does not provide legal advice, it directs individuals to the affiliated Lawyer Referral Service for attorney connections. Subscriptions are available annually or as single copies, with strict deadlines for advertisement submissions.
