How do I get a copy of a will in Palm Beach County Florida?

The original wills and death certificates are required to be filed with the Clerk’s office in all probate cases. The original can be hand-delivered or mailed to our probate division at P.O. Box 4667, West Palm Beach, FL 33402. Does the existence of a will mean I do not need to open a probate case? Not necessarily.

How long does Palm Beach County probate take?

12 to 15 months
Probate in Palm Beach County can vary based on the circumstances, but generally, formal administration can take 12 to 15 months to complete. Summary administration can take less than a month to complete. However, the probate process can take longer if disputes or other difficulties arise.

How do I file probate in Palm Beach County?

You can file the original will in person at any of our courthouse locations or by mail, to the attention of our probate division at P.O. Box 4667, West Palm Beach, FL 33402. You must include a certified copy of the death certificate, or other document that will confirm the date of death, when filing the will.

How to request a probate closure in Palm Beach County?

To access the OLS system and submit your order, visit the 15th Judicial Circuit’s OLS page. To request a Probate Closing Checklist, please email your request to [email protected] and include the case number and decedent’s name.

How do I search court records in Palm Beach County?

You can search court records on our website, www.mypalmbeachclerk.com. On the very top of the screen, click on “search records” and then choose “Court Records.” You can search as a guest or register as a registered user. You can search by case number or the decedent’s name.

How do I file a statement of claim in Palm Beach County?

If there is a probate case open for the decedent, you can file a statement of claim form in that case. If you need the form mailed to you, email us at [email protected] or mail your request to our probate division at P.O. Box 4667, West Palm Beach, FL 33402. There is no fee to file a statement of claim.

Where do I file a probate action in Florida?

A probate action must be opened in the county where the decedent resided at the time of death, regardless of the residence of the petitioner. Sometimes, if a decedent resided in another state, but has some property in Florida, the petitioner can file for probate in the other state and file an ancillary proceeding in Florida.