Estate Planning & Probate in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky

Muhlenberg 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 Muhlenberg 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 Muhlenberg County, probate runs through the District Court at 136 S. Main Street, Greenville. The court sits in the 45th Judicial Circuit. Muhlenberg County shares the 45th Judicial Circuit with McLean.

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Probate Court Record

District Court

Muhlenberg County · 45th Judicial Circuit

Address

136 S. Main StreetGreenville, KY 42345

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

Muhlenberg County

Address

100 S. Main St.Greenville, KY 42345Mailing: P.O. Box 525, Greenville, KY 42345

Hours

Mon-Thu 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

E-recording

Available via Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm
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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

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