Lincoln is in Lancaster County.

Probate in Lancaster County

Probate Court Record

Lancaster County Court

Lancaster County · 3

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Office

575 South 10th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508

Files probate

Probate, Adoption & Condemnation Division

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Allowed

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