Ohio Probate & Wills: Home

Probate Court is a scary, but often inevitable part of dealing with the death of a loved one. This libguide focuses on the process in Franklin County. For ways to avoid probate for parts of your own estate, see Ohio Transfer on Death (TOD) Law. The Probate Court is also responsible for guardianships. Please see my libguide, Ohio Guardianship Law for more information. The Probate Court is also responsible for adoptions. See my libguide Child Adoption in Ohio for more information. The Probate Court is also responsible for name changes. Please see my Name Change & ID Law libguide for more information.