Estate Planning & Probate in Madison County, Kentucky
Madison County estate questions split two ways—planning so your family skips probate, or settling an estate that is already in it. This page points you to the right path—planning ahead, or settling an estate at the District Court.
The Probate Process in Madison 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 Madison County, probate runs through the District Court at 101 W. Main St., Richmond. The court sits in the 25th Judicial Circuit. Madison County shares the 25th Judicial Circuit with Clark.
Full Madison Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
District Court
Madison County · 25th Judicial Circuit
Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
County Clerk
Madison County
Address
Phone
Hours
E-recording
$46 for the first 5 pages plus $3 for each page beyond 5; transfer tax may need separate review.
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Local Procedures at the District Court
Clerk requires cash for bond payments. Other payment methods accepted for general filings.
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