Estate Planning & Probate in Madison County, Tennessee
Madison County estate questions split two ways—planning so your family skips probate, or settling an estate that is already in it. This page points you to the right path—planning ahead, or settling an estate at the Chancery Court.
The Probate Process in Madison 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 Madison County, probate runs through the Chancery Court at 100 East Main Street, Suite 200, Jackson. The court sits in the 26th Judicial District. Madison County shares the 26th Judicial District with Chester and Henderson.
Full Madison Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
Chancery Court
Madison County · 26th Judicial District
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
Register of Deeds
Madison County · Angie Byers
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$10 for the first 2 pages plus $5 for each page beyond 2; transfer tax may need separate review.
Full recording details →Verified September 8, 2026 · Source
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