Estate Planning & Probate in Washoe County, Nevada
Most Washoe County estate questions come down to one fork: avoid probate before a death, or work through it after one. Start with your situation below; both paths use Washoe County's actual court and recording details.
Someone died — settling an estate
Filing probate at the Second Judicial District Court, what it costs, transferring property, and local attorneys.
What to do when someone dies in Washoe County→Planning ahead as a property owner
Keep a Washoe County home out of probate with a transfer-on-death deed or a living trust.
Estate planning in Washoe County→The Probate Process in Washoe 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 Washoe County, probate runs through the Second Judicial District Court at 75 Court Street, Room 125, Reno. The court sits in the 2nd Judicial District.
Full Washoe Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
Second Judicial District Court
Washoe County · 2nd Judicial District
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
County Recorder
Washoe County · County Recorder · Kalie M. Work
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E-recording
$43 flat, regardless of page count; a 2-page TOD deed records for $43; TOD deeds are exempt from transfer tax.
Full recording details →Verified September 8, 2026 · Source
Local Procedures at the Second Judicial District Court
The court offers a self-help center, open Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Staff can review paperwork for completeness and explain procedures, though they cannot provide legal advice. Call 775-325-6731 for details.
Account approval takes up to 3 business days. Credit card payments incur 3% fee. Local probate rules under WDCR Rule 57 (Rules 57.1-57.8)
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