Palm Beach County, Florida

Probate in Palm Beach County, Florida

Palm Beach County probate filings are heard at the West Palm Beach courthouse under Florida law (Fla. Stat. §§ 731-735 (Florida Probate Code)). The process below applies statewide; specific court fees and forms are available from the Palm Beach County Clerk.

Palm Beach County probate at a glance

County seat
West Palm Beach
Court
Circuit Court (Probate Division)
Population (est.)
1,492,191
Typical timeline
24–52 weeks
Filing fee
$346–$401
Small-estate threshold
$75,000
Statute
Fla. Stat. §§ 731-735 (Florida Probate Code)

For exact fees + forms, check the Palm Beach County Clerk’s office or the state source: www.flcourts.gov.

Florida probate, step by step

  1. 1File petition for administration in the county where decedent was domiciled
  2. 2Court issues letters of administration to personal representative
  3. 3Serve Notice to Creditors; three-month claim period runs
  4. 4File inventory within 60 days and pay debts, taxes, and family allowance
  5. 5File final accounting and petition for discharge

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Other Florida counties

This page is informational and is not legal advice. Probate procedure varies by county. Consult a licensed Florida probate attorney for advice specific to your situation.