Estate Planning & Probate in Martin County, Kentucky
Martin 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 Martin County's actual court and recording details.
The Probate Process in Martin 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 Martin County, probate runs through the District Court at 14 Court St., Inez. The court sits in the 24th Judicial Circuit. Martin County shares the 24th Judicial Circuit with Johnson and Lawrence.
Full Martin Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
District Court
Martin County · 24th Judicial Circuit
Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
County Clerk
Martin County · County Clerk · Susie Skyles
Address
Phone
Hours
E-recording
$46 for the first 5 pages plus $3 for each page beyond 5; transfer tax may need separate review.
Full recording details →Verified September 4, 2026 · Source
Local Procedures at the District Court
Clerk accepts cash, check, money order, credit/debit cards (fee applies); cash is required specifically for bond and supervision fee payments.
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