Indiana Probate Court St Joseph
1000 S. Michigan Street, South Bend, IN 46601-3426
St Joseph County
Probate of wills, Settlement of estates, Adoptions and guardianships, Name changes, Correction of vital records, Uniform gifts to minors
Division:Contact Information:
Phone Number: 574-235-5437
Website: http://users.michiana.org/probate/
Staff: Peter J. Nemeth (Judge), Harold E. Brueseke (Magistrate), Barbara J. Johnston (Magistrate), Rochelle S. Cotter (Magistrate), J. Eric Smithburn (Senior Judge)
Hours: Open Weekdays 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- *Not location specific. Call, or visit the court's website if listed above.
- How was I chosen? - Jurors are picked at random from lists of registered voters, people with driver's licenses, or those with state issued ID cards.
- What are the exemptions? Depending on local laws and specific court policies, exemptions MAY include persons over age 70, and those having recently served on a jury (usually within 1-3 years depending on county policy). In the state of Indiana, there are possible exemptions for dentists, veterinarians, and may include some government positions and occupations. If any of these apply to you, contact the court to verify they observe the exemption.
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- Our FAQ page has general instructions on paying violations, or obtaining court documents or criminal records.
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Nearby Courts:
St Joseph County Circuit Court
101 South Main Street
0.5 mile away
St Joseph County Superior Court South Bend
101 South Main Street
0.5 mile away
St Joseph County Superior Court Mishawaka
219 Lincolnway West
2.7 miles away