Job description | County Probate Courts handle administration of wills and estates. Term is four years. |
Duties | Handles administration of wills and estates, such as distributing assets to beneficiaries and paying debts and taxes; hears lawsuits related to estates and probate matters. Establishes guardianships for incapacitated persons and minors; handles civil mental health commitments; and hears cases related to family and charitable trusts. Responsible for maintaining contact with every person under a guardianship each year. |
Annual salary | $193,000 |