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 Tarrant County.
Local Fee Schedule
Review county-specific probate filing charges before you estimate total case cost.
Court Rules and Orders
Check the local rules, judge procedures, and administrative orders that can change how a case moves.
Clerk and Filing Logistics
Confirm where to file, whether e-filing is allowed, and how hearings or notices are handled locally.
Tarrant County Probate Court Guide
Tarrant County probate court information · Updated January 2026
Filing & Fees
Complete Fee Schedule
Probate Filing Fees
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
Small Estate Affidavit For estates under threshold (no court filing needed) | $400 |
Accepted Payment: cash, check, credit card, money order
Note: Small Estate Affidavit filing fee is $400. Affidavits of Heirship are filed with County Clerk Official Public Records (Room B20), not probate courts. Attorney representation required for probate except Small Estate Affidavits.
Document Fees
Small Estate Affidavit filing fee is $400. Affidavits of Heirship are filed with County Clerk Official Public Records (Room B20), not probate courts. Attorney representation required for probate except Small Estate Affidavits.
Required Documents
E-Filing & Filing Methods
Source ↗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
Court Rules & Orders
Local Rules
- Attorney representation REQUIRED for probate (except Small Estate Affidavits)
- Small Estate Affidavits do NOT require an attorney
- E-filing mandatory; subsequent documents must be filed as lead documents
- Court coordinators handle hearing date scheduling by phone
- Affidavits of Heirship filed with County Clerk Official Public Records (Room B20), not probate courts
- Annual reports can be submitted in person, mail, or online
- Local rules available in PDF format on court website
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Information current as of January 11, 2026
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Probate laws and procedures in Texas can change. Consult with a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation. Full disclaimer.