It is unclear if the case was heard before a magisterial district justice which has a maximum jurisdictional amount of $12,000.00. If that is the case, it is relatively simple to appeal, but must be filed within 30 days as you noted. The appeal must then be served and a proof of service filed within 10 days after the appeal. You must then file a Complaint which the defendant must respond to within 20 days.
If the case was heard before the Common Pleas, the appeal is much more complicated and expensive.
I trust this answers your questions and if you live in the Delaware Valley, feel free to call or email on a free initial basis.
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Matthew R. Nahrgang, Esquire
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Answered on Mar 03rd, 2022 at 12:47 PM