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Can You Self-File Probate in King County, Washington?

Find out if you can handle probate yourself, see estimated cost savings vs. hiring an attorney, and get a step-by-step filing checklist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Self-filing in King County works best for straightforward estates with a clear will and few beneficiaries.

File at the Superior Court, 516 3rd Ave, Rm C-203, Seattle, WA 98104-2361. Phone: 206-477-1400. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

King County offers e-filing for probate matters. King County uses the Clerk's E-Filing application (KC Script Portal), not eFileWA. E-filing is mandatory for attorneys (Local General Rule 30); non-attorneys may e-file voluntarily. Negotiable instruments, exhibits, and trial notebooks must be filed on paper. A $2.49 credit-card processing fee applies to e-filed payments. eServices: 206-477-3000 or eservices@kingcounty.gov.

King County doesn't have a dedicated probate self-help center, so self-filers should confirm local procedures with the court clerk.

Yes, Washington offers informal probate procedures that are designed to be manageable without attorney representation.RCW 11.62.010 (small estate, $100K, 40-day wait, personal property only); RCW 11.40.020 (notice/publication, permissive — "may give notice"); RCW 11.40.051 (4-month creditor claims with notice, 24-month bar without); RCW 11.28.185 (bond; waived if will manifests intent, surviving spouse/DP takes entire estate, or bank/trust company); RCW 11.44.015 (inventory within 3 months of appointment, court filing optional); RCW 11.48.210 ("just and reasonable" PR/attorney fees, no statutory percentage); RCW 11.68 (nonintervention powers / independent administration); RCW 36.18.020(2)(f) $200 + (5)(c) $40 + (6) $50 = $290 flat filing fee (HB 1207 / 2025 c 357, eff. 7/27/2025) — re-verified against app.leg.wa.gov 2026-05-27Verified May 27, 2026 The process is most straightforward for simple estates with clear wills and cooperative beneficiaries.

Court filing fees in Washington vary by county.RCW 11.62.010 (small estate, $100K, 40-day wait, personal property only); RCW 11.40.020 (notice/publication, permissive — "may give notice"); RCW 11.40.051 (4-month creditor claims with notice, 24-month bar without); RCW 11.28.185 (bond; waived if will manifests intent, surviving spouse/DP takes entire estate, or bank/trust company); RCW 11.44.015 (inventory within 3 months of appointment, court filing optional); RCW 11.48.210 ("just and reasonable" PR/attorney fees, no statutory percentage); RCW 11.68 (nonintervention powers / independent administration); RCW 36.18.020(2)(f) $200 + (5)(c) $40 + (6) $50 = $290 flat filing fee (HB 1207 / 2025 c 357, eff. 7/27/2025) — re-verified against app.leg.wa.gov 2026-05-27Verified May 27, 2026 Self-filing costs typically include the court petition fee, publication costs, and bond premiums. The filing fee is a fraction of total probate costs. See a full breakdown with the Washington probate calculator.

Can You Self-File Probate in King County, Washington?

Self-filing probate in King County means working directly with the Superior Court. This tool evaluates whether self-filing is feasible for your estate.

Probate filings for King County go through the Superior Court at 516 3rd Ave, Rm C-203, Seattle, WA 98104-2361. Phone: 206-477-1400.

King County offers e-filing for probate proceedings. King County uses the Clerk's E-Filing application (KC Script Portal), not eFileWA. E-filing is mandatory for attorneys (Local General Rule 30); non-attorneys may e-file voluntarily. Negotiable instruments, exhibits, and trial notebooks must be filed on paper. A $2.49 credit-card processing fee applies to e-filed payments. eServices: 206-477-3000 or eservices@kingcounty.gov.

King County publishes contacts for Ex Parte and Probate Department, Clerk's Office — the right place to route probate questions before filing.

Uses KC Script Portal for e-filing (not eFileWA): King County is one of only two counties with a separate e-filing system. Uses KC Script Portal instead of the statewide eFileWA system. eServices team: 206-477-3000 or eservices@kingcounty.gov. Dedicated Ex Parte and Probate Department: King County operates a dedicated Ex Parte and Probate Department within Superior Court. Noticed probate matters require 14 days advance notice per LCR 98.04. Non-noticed matters (periodic reports, bond approval) go through EPVC; the case file is not reviewed, so all supporting documents must be included.

For smaller estates under $100,000, Washington offers simplified procedures that can avoid formal probate entirely.

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