Estate Planning & Probate in Washington County, Tennessee
Most Washington County estate questions come down to one fork: avoid probate before a death, or work through it after one. This page points you to the right path—planning ahead, or settling an estate at the Chancery Court.
The Probate Process in Washington 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 Washington County, probate runs through the Chancery Court at 108 West Jackson Blvd., Suite 2157, Jonesborough. The court sits in the 1st Judicial District. The same 1st Judicial District also serves Carter, Johnson and Unicoi.
Full Washington Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
Chancery Court
Washington County · 1st Judicial District
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Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
Register of Deeds
Washington County · Chelsie Summey
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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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