Estate Planning & Probate in Bullitt County, Kentucky

Bullitt County estate questions split two ways—planning so your family skips probate, or settling an estate that is already in it. Pick the path that fits, then work from the local District Court details.

The Probate Process in Bullitt 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 Bullitt County, probate runs through the District Court at 250 Frank E. Simon Ave., Shepherdsville. The court sits in the 55th Judicial Circuit.

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Probate Court Record

District Court

Bullitt County · 55th Judicial Circuit

Address

250 Frank E. Simon Ave.Shepherdsville, KY 40165

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Paper filing availableE-filing optional
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents

Recording Office Record

County Clerk

Bullitt County

Address

149 N. Walnut St.Shepherdsville, KY 40165Mailing: P.O. Box 6, Shepherdsville, KY 40165

Hours

Mon-Wed, Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; Thu 8:00 AM-6:00 PM

E-recording

Available via Simplifile, CSC
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$46 for the first 5 pages plus $3 for each page beyond 5; transfer tax may need separate review.

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Verified September 4, 2026 · Source

Local Procedures at the District Court

Zoom links available for remote court proceedings (effective June 16, 2023). Contact the clerk for Zoom access details. Credit card payments limited to $2,500 per transaction. Accepts cash, in-state personal check, certified check, cashier's check, money order, or debit card (fee applies). Bonds and restitution require cash, certified/cashier's check, or card. Personal checks require Social Security number, birth date, and phone number.

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