Macomb County Probate Records Search
Macomb County probate court records are managed at the courthouse in Mount Clemens, Michigan. This is one of the busiest probate courts in the state, serving a population of over 870,000 residents. The court offers online case search through its CourtView system and handles a wide range of probate matters including estates, guardianships, conservatorships, and mental health cases. Three judges oversee the docket. Whether you need to look up a filing, request document copies, or start a new probate case, this page covers all the ways to work with Macomb County probate court records.
Macomb County Overview
Macomb County Probate Court Office
The Macomb County Probate Court is at 40 N. Main St. in Mount Clemens. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The court does not accept filings after 4:00 PM, and no calls are taken during the lunch hour from noon to 1:00 PM. Filings are not accepted by email or fax. Emergency filings must be made in person by 3:00 PM. The Wills and Estates division can be reached at (586) 469-5290, and the Mental Division at (586) 469-5320. The fax number is (586) 783-0971.
Three judges serve the Macomb County Probate Court. The court has a full staff that includes estate analysts, court attorneys, and a Director of Legal Services. Under MCL 700.1302, this court has exclusive jurisdiction over estates, trusts, guardianships, conservatorships, and mental health proceedings for one of Michigan's most populated counties.
CourtView Online Case Search
Macomb County offers online case search through its CourtView eAccess system. You can search by party name or case number. The tool shows case status, docket entries, and basic filing information. It covers estates, trusts, and guardianship cases. Document access online is limited, but you can see enough to know what has been filed and when.
For a broader search, the MiCOURT Case Search portal also covers Macomb County. It is free for basic case information and lets you search by party name, case number, or attorney name. Between CourtView and MiCOURT, you have solid online options for finding Macomb County probate court records before you even step foot in the courthouse.
The Macomb County Probate Court website is the main hub for court information, forms, and filing procedures.
Visit the site for details on court hours, judges, and how to access Macomb County probate records.
Requesting Copies of Macomb County Records
To request copies of Macomb County probate court records, you can email sheila.lipari@macombgov.org. Include the case number, the "In matter of" name, and your contact information. Requests are typically processed within 48 hours. Fees must be paid before the records are sent to you. You can also make requests in person at the courthouse during business hours.
Copy fees at the Macomb County Probate Court follow standard rates. Certified Letters of Authority cost $12 each. The electronic filing fee is $25, which is a statewide requirement. Inventory fees are calculated based on estate value per MCL 600.871. For a full breakdown of all court costs, check the Macomb County Probate Court fee schedule.
The Macomb County fee schedule page lists all filing and copy costs for probate court matters.
Review this page before filing to know what your Macomb County probate case will cost.
Forms and Estate Packets
Macomb County provides a range of probate forms and pre-assembled estate packets through its forms page. Available packets include full and limited minor guardianship forms, modification and termination of guardianship forms, minor and adult conservatorship forms, and full estate administration packets. All forms follow SCAO standards as required by MCL 600.855.
The court also uses some local forms specific to Macomb County, such as PC562A for Notice of Hearing and MCPC33M and MCPC33A for guardian responsibility forms. These local supplements work alongside the standard state forms. If you are not sure which forms you need, the court staff can help or you can review the packets online before your visit.
The Macomb County forms page has downloadable packets for estates, guardianships, and conservatorships.
Download the correct forms and packets before visiting the Macomb County Probate Court.
Estate Probate in Macomb County
Macomb County handles a high volume of estate cases. Michigan provides three probate paths. Informal probate is the most common for straightforward estates and costs about $150 to $190 to file. Formal probate provides more court oversight and typically runs $170 to $210. Small estates valued at $15,000 or less can use the affidavit process under MCL 700.3982.
The personal representative in an estate case has duties under MCL 700.1101. These include creditor notification, asset inventory, and filing accounts with the court. All filings must use SCAO forms from the state forms page. Given the size of the Macomb County docket, processing times may be longer than in smaller counties.
Note: Filings are not accepted after 4:00 PM or by email or fax at the Macomb County Probate Court.
Guardianship and Conservatorship in Macomb County
Guardianship and conservatorship cases make up a large part of the Macomb County probate court record. Filing costs range from $105 to $495 depending on the type. The court sets hearings and notifies all interested parties. You can search existing cases through CourtView or by contacting the court. The Michigan Legal Help website has free guides on filing and responding to these petitions. The State Bar of Michigan can help you find a probate attorney in the Mount Clemens area.
Cities Served by Macomb County Probate Court
The Macomb County Probate Court handles all probate matters for cities and townships throughout the county. Several major communities are served by this court, including some of the most populated cities in Michigan. Residents of these areas file all estate, guardianship, and conservatorship cases at the Mount Clemens courthouse.
Nearby Counties
Probate courts in counties near Macomb: