Brazoria County Probate Guide
Brazoria County · Updated January 2026
(979) 864-1355County Clerk
Family Guide
Professional Reference
Filing & Fees
Complete Fee Schedule
Probate Filing Fees
Specific fee amounts are not available for this county. E-filing convenience fee is $5-20 per case (one-time). Contact County Clerk at (979) 864-1355 for current complete fee schedule.
Document Fees
Certified Copy (per page)
$1
Payment Methods: Cash, Check, Money Order, Credit Card
E-filing convenience fee is $5-20 per case (one-time). Contact County Clerk at (979) 864-1355 for current complete fee schedule.
Required Documents
E-Filing & Filing Methods
Source ↗Filing Methods: in person, mail, e file
Timelines & Proceedings
Deadlines & Creditor Claims
Key Deadlines
- Will Deposit
- 0 days
- Creditor Claims
- 4 months
- Known Creditor Notice
- 60 days
Creditor Claims
- Period Starts
- first publication of notice to creditors
- Statute
- Texas Estates Code Chapter 308
Publication Requirements
Notice to Creditors
- Duration
- Once
Notice of Petition/Administration
- Beneficiaries
- Known creditors
- Surviving spouse
Related Proceedings
Property Recording
Source ↗Guardianship
Texas guardianship is governed by the Texas Estates Code and requires court approval.
guardian of person
Guardian responsible for the physical well-being and care of the ward
guardian of estate
Guardian responsible for managing the ward's property and finances
Guardian Training
Guardian training requirements vary by county. Contact local court for approved providers.
Court Rules & Orders
Local Rules
- Brazoria County does NOT have a Statutory Probate Court - probate handled by County Court at Law #1 and #4
- E-filing mandatory for attorneys since January 1, 2014
- Self-represented parties may file in person or by mail
- Original will must be filed within 3 business days of e-filing probate application
- Beginning January 1, 2026: Photo ID required for all in-person document filings to real property records