Use This County Probate Reference Before You File
This page is built for the detailed county-level checks that generic probate guides usually miss: local filing fees, clerk contact details, administrative orders, e-filing rules, and hearing logistics for Franklin County.
Local Fee Schedule
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Court Rules and Orders
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Clerk and Filing Logistics
Confirm where to file, whether e-filing is allowed, and how hearings or notices are handled locally.
Franklin County Probate Court Guide
Franklin County Court of Common Pleas probate court information · Updated March 2026
Filing & Fees
Complete Fee Schedule
Source ↗Probate Filing Fees
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
Formal Administration Standard probate for larger estates | $250 |
Note: Full administration: recommended deposit $250 (minimum $125 per ORC, but does not cover cost of letters of authority). Release from administration: $105-$115. Summary administration: $105. Probate only: $75. Certified copies: $1.00/page. Regular copies: $0.10/page. E-filing credit/debit card fee: 3% (non-refundable). In-person card fee: 2.5% minimum $2.00.
Document Fees
Full administration: recommended deposit $250 (minimum $125 per ORC, but does not cover cost of letters of authority). Release from administration: $105-$115. Summary administration: $105. Probate only: $75. Certified copies: $1.00/page. Regular copies: $0.10/page. E-filing credit/debit card fee: 3% (non-refundable). In-person card fee: 2.5% minimum $2.00.
E-Filing & Filing Methods
Timelines & Proceedings
Deadlines & Creditor Claims
Key Deadlines
- Will Deposit
- 30 days
- Creditor Claims
- 6 months
- Known Creditor Notice
- 30 days
Creditor Claims
- Period Starts
- date of death
- Statute
- ORC Chapter 2117
Related Proceedings
Property Recording
Source ↗Recording Fees
- First Page
- $34.00
Court Rules & Orders
Local Rules
- All Ohio probate courts are divisions of the Court of Common Pleas
- E-filing is mandatory for all case types
- New case pleadings must be e-filed by 4:30 PM
- Filers must redact personal identifiers before e-filing
- Local rules/administrative orders available at https://probate.franklincountyohio.gov/About/Administrative-Orders
- Small Estate Resource Center available for unrepresented filers
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Information current as of March 15, 2026
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Probate laws and procedures in Ohio can change. Consult with a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation. Full disclaimer.