New York Surrogate's Court Probate Directory
Find the Surrogate's Court or probate filing office for New York estate filings, county venue checks, local packet questions, and county page details.
Search for Your County
New York estate filings usually start in the county Surrogate's Court. New York Courts describes probate, administration, and small-estate proceedings as Surrogate's Court matters, so use the county court before preparing a petition, original will packet, death certificate submission, or e-filing step.
For broader New York court-source navigation, use the New York probate resource map to compare surrogate's court, filing-path, local-rule, form, and courthouse-specific source links where available.
What You'll Find
Each county page includes this information (where available).
Court Address
Physical location of the probate court
Phone Numbers
Contact the clerk's office directly
Website Links
Official court websites and e-filing
Office Hours
When the court is open for filing
Browse All New York Counties
Click any county to see court contact information and probate details.★ indicates counties with detailed data.
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Tips for Contacting the Court
Before You Call
- •Have the decedent's full name, date of death, and last New York address ready
- •Know whether there is an original will, codicil, trust, or no-will estate
- •List the county and, if known, the county seat or courthouse location, such as Albany, Belmont, Bronx
- •Write down whether you are asking about letters, a small-estate path, original-will filing, or Surrogate's Court packet requirements
What to Ask
- •Which Surrogate's Court or county office should handle this estate?
- •Does the office require an appointment, mailed packet, e-filing, or in-person filing?
- •Which New York forms and local packet pages should I use?
- •What are the current filing fee, certified-copy fee, and payment options?
- •How should I present the original will and certified death certificate?
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the probate filing office for my county in New York?
What should I ask the New York probate filing office before filing?
Can county probate procedures differ within New York?
What do I need before I call the probate filing office?
Information current as of April 4, 2026
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Probate laws and procedures in New York can change. Consult with a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation. Full disclaimer.
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