Additional Probate Resources

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This page has more resources for people interested in probate division court cases.

Looking for general info about probate cases like decedent’s estates, guardianship and conservatorship, trusts, wills, disclaimers, and major litigation.
Looking for the right forms to start or respond to a probate case?
Need help filling out court forms? Go to Probate Forms Help Online
Trying to find out if a probate estate has been opened in D.C.?
Need help understanding how the court works or finding legal help?

Helpful Links

Legal and Small Estates Appointments

Schedule a meeting to review new petitions with the Legal Branch or Small Estates Branch

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Reserve a Public Computer

Book a computer to use for court-related work

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Probate Case Resources

Watch videos and read brochures about probate cases

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Mediation in Probate Cases

Mediation is a way to work out a solution without having a judge decide.

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Still Have Questions?

Check out our Probate FAQs for more answers.

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Additional Resources

Probate Case Management Plan
Probate Practice Standards for Attorneys
Mandatory Guardianship Review Information

Probate Division

Leadership
Presiding Judge
Hon. Erik Christian
Deputy Presiding Judge
Hon. Michael O'Keefe
Director/Register of Wills
Nicole Stevens
Deputy Director
Melinda Jackson
Deputy Register of Wills
John H. Middleton
Location
Clerk's Office
Court Building A
515 Fifth Street, NW, Room 314
Washington
,
D.C.
20001
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Probate Self-Help Center
Court Building A
515 Fifth Street NW, Room 316
Washington
,
D.C.
20001
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Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 08:30 am-05:00 pm
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Contact Info
General Information
phone
(202) 879-9460