Estate Planning & Probate in Franklin County, Pennsylvania
Franklin 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 Orphans' Court details.
The Probate Process in Franklin 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 Franklin County, probate runs through the Orphans' Court at 272 North Second Street, Suite 205, Chambersburg.
Full Franklin Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
Orphans' Court
Franklin County
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Phone
Hours
Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
Recorder of Deeds
Franklin County · Register & Recorder · Joy Heinbaugh
Address
Phone
Fax
Hours
E-recording
$92.75 for the first 4 pages plus $2 for each page beyond 4; transfer tax may need separate review.
Full recording details →Verified September 8, 2026 · Source
Local Procedures at the Orphans' Court
Probating of estates is by appointment only. Contact the Register & Recorder office to schedule.
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