Multnomah County, Oregon
Probate in Multnomah County, Oregon
Multnomah County probate filings are heard at the Portland courthouse under Oregon law (Or. Rev. Stat. Ch. 111-118; ORS 114.515 (small estates)). The process below applies statewide; specific court fees and forms are available from the Multnomah County Clerk.
Multnomah County probate at a glance
- County seat
- Portland
- Court
- Circuit Court (Probate Department)
- Population (est.)
- 815,428
- Typical timeline
- 24–52 weeks
- Filing fee
- $124–$591
- Small-estate threshold
- $275,000
- Statute
- Or. Rev. Stat. Ch. 111-118; ORS 114.515 (small estates)
For exact fees + forms, check the Multnomah County Clerk’s office or the state source: www.courts.oregon.gov.
Oregon probate, 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
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This page is informational and is not legal advice. Probate procedure varies by county. Consult a licensed Oregon probate attorney for advice specific to your situation.