Estate Planning & Probate in Broward County, Florida
Broward County estate questions split two ways—planning so your family skips probate, or settling an estate that is already in it. Start with your situation below; both paths use Broward County's actual court and recording details.
The Probate Process in Broward County
Probate is the court-supervised process of settling someone's estate after they die — validating the will, paying debts and taxes, and transferring what's left to the heirs. In Broward County, probate runs through the Clerk of Circuit Court at 201 SE 6th Street, 3rd Floor, Room 03150, Fort Lauderdale. The court sits in the 17th Judicial Circuit.
Full Broward Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
Clerk of Circuit Court
Broward County · 17th Judicial Circuit
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
Records, Taxes and Treasury Division
Broward County · Recording Clerk
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E-recording
$10 for the first page plus $8.5 for each additional page.
Full recording details →Verified September 4, 2026 · Source
Local Procedures at the Clerk of Circuit Court
The court offers a self-help center, open Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM, in Self Help Equal Access Center - Law Library, 1st Floor, Room 1800, North Wing, Central Courthouse. Staff can review paperwork for completeness and explain procedures, though they cannot provide legal advice. Call 954-831-6226 for details.
Local Procedures of the Broward County Circuit Court, Probate Division must be followed for all filings. The 17th Circuit provides "Smart Forms" that must be completed, saved as PDF/A, and e-filed. Only listed forms are recommended.
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