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Probate Court Closed on April 29, 2026 from 8:45am to 11:15am

Published on April 20, 2026

Probate Court Closed on April 29, 2026 from 8:45am to 11:15am

Changes to Franklin County Probate Court Forms

Published on February 23, 2026

The Franklin County Probate Court is actively working to revise and simplify a number of its forms. As of the time of writing, several forms have already been replaced, and more changes are still to come.

Changes to Estates Procedure - Notices of Compliance

Published on February 23, 2026

Beginning 2/23/2026, the court will no longer be issuing a Notice of Compliance.
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27 Apr 2026

Coffee with the Court

April 27, 2026

Join us for an informal gathering to meet Judge Mackey, Magistrates and Deputy Clerks to talk about all things probate.
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Meet the Judge

Judge Jeffrey D. Mackey, a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Law, spent 38 years in private practice focusing on estate planning and probate law. Elected in 2020, he took office in 2021 and is committed to ensuring equal access to justice while promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the community he serves.

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Columbus, Ohio 43215

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