Oregon probate guide
Probate process in Oregon
Oregon probate runs in the Circuit Court's Probate Department. The Simple (Small) Estate Affidavit under ORS 114.515 covers estates of up to $275,000 — no more than $200,000 in real property and $75,000 in personal property — with a filing fee around $124. Full probate filing fees are $278 for estates under $50,000 and $591 for estates between $50,000 and $1 million. Oregon recognizes transfer-on-death deeds under ORS 93.948 et seq.
Oregon probate at a glance
- Court
- Circuit Court (Probate Department)
- Typical timeline
- 24–52 weeks
- Filing fee
- $124–$591
- Small-estate threshold
- $275,000
- TOD deed allowed?
- Yes
- Bond required by default?
- Yes (unless waived)
- Statute
- Or. Rev. Stat. Ch. 111-118; ORS 114.515 (small estates)
Source: www.courts.oregon.gov. Fees and thresholds change — verify with your county court before filing.
How Oregon probate works, step by step
- 1File petition for probate or simple-estate affidavit in Circuit Court
- 2Court appoints personal representative and issues letters
- 3Publish notice to interested persons; four-month claim period runs
- 4File inventory within 60 days and pay debts and taxes
- 5File final accounting and judgment of distribution
Probate by county in Oregon
Filing fees, court contacts, and process detail for 1 Oregon county:
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This page is informational and is not legal advice. Probate procedure varies by county and changes over time. Consult a licensed Oregon probate attorney for advice specific to your situation.