Estate Planning & Probate in Bradley County, Tennessee

Most Bradley County estate questions come down to one fork: avoid probate before a death, or work through it after one. Pick the path that fits, then work from the local Chancery Court details.

The Probate Process in Bradley 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 Bradley County, probate runs through the Chancery Court at 155 North Ocoee Street, Room 203, Cleveland. The court sits in the 10th Judicial District. Bradley County shares the 10th Judicial District with McMinn, Monroe and Polk.

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Probate Court Record

Chancery Court

Bradley County · 10th Judicial District

Address

155 North Ocoee Street, Room 203Cleveland, TN 37311

Hours

Monday - Thursday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM; Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Paper filing available
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents

Recording Office Record

Register of Deeds

Bradley County · Missy Mathews

Address

155 North Ocoee Street, Room 102Cleveland, TN 37311
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$10 for the first 2 pages plus $5 for each page beyond 2; transfer tax may need separate review.

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Verified September 8, 2026 · Source

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