Estate Planning & Probate in Henry County, Tennessee

Henry 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 Chancery Court details.

The Probate Process in Henry 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 Henry County, probate runs through the Chancery Court at 101 West Washington Street, Paris. The court sits in the 24th Judicial District. The same 24th Judicial District also serves Benton, Carroll, Decatur and Hardin.

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Probate Court Record

Chancery Court

Henry County · 24th Judicial District

Address

101 West Washington StreetParis, TN 38242

Hours

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

Recording Office Record

Register of Deeds

Henry County

Address

213 West Washington Street, 2nd FloorParis, TN 38242Mailing: P.O. Box 44
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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 July 14, 2026 · Source

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