Oxford County Probate Court
Maine
In Oxford County, Maine, you file a probate case with the Oxford County probate court at 26 Western Avenue, South Paris ME 04281. You can reach the court at 207-743-6671. Below you'll find 20 filing fees, 3 downloadable Maine probate forms and the office hours.
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Filing Fees
Oxford County, Maine
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| For receiving and entering each petition or application for all estates, testate and intestate, including foreign estates, and the filing of a notice by a domiciliary foreign personal representative, except for the filing of a successor personal representative, when the value of the estate is: $10,000 and under | $40 |
| $10,001 to $20,000 | $60 |
| $20,001 to $30,000 | $75 |
| $30,001 to $40,000 | $95 |
| $50,001 to $75,000 | $190 |
| $75,001 to $100,000 | $250 |
| $100,001 to $150,000 | $325 |
| $150,001 to $200,000 | $375 |
| $200,001 to $250,000 | $450 |
| $250,001 to $300,000 | $500 |
| $300,001 to $400,000 | $575 |
| $400,001 to $500,000 | $625 |
| $500,001 to $750,000 | $700 |
| $750,001 to $1,000,000 | $750 |
| $1,000,001 to $1,500,000 | $875 |
| $1,500,001 to $2,000,000 | $950 |
| More than $2,000,000 | $1,200, and continuing in steps of $250 for every increase in value of $500,000 or part thereof above $2,500,000 |
| For filing a will to be probated and without an appointment | $20 |
| For making copies from the records of the court | $1 for each page |
| For each certificate, under seal of the court, of the appointment and qualification of a personal representative, guardian, conservator or trustee | $10, and for each double certificate, the fee is $20 |
Judges & Officers
Probate Forms Library
3 Maine probate forms (plus 44 federal forms).
Federal forms (IRS, SSA, VA) · 44
Probate in Oxford County
- Simple probate
- 6-12 months
- Complex estate
- 12-18 months
- Maine small estate limit
- $40,000
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Additional Notes
Oxford County Probate Court, established under the Maine Constitution in 1820, is one of 16 such probate courts within the State of Maine, one for each county. The court has jurisdiction over estates and trusts, adoptions, name changes and guardianship and conservatorship proceedings. Probate Court is scheduled for the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. County Offices are open 8:00-4:00 Monday through Friday excluding holidays.
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Common Questions
Where do I file probate in Oxford County, Maine?
File with the Oxford County probate court at 26 Western Avenue, South Paris ME 04281. The court's phone number is 207-743-6671.
How much does it cost to file probate in Oxford County?
The fees we have on record for the Oxford County probate court are: For receiving and entering each petition or application for all estates, testate and intestate, including foreign estates, and the filing of a notice by a domiciliary foreign personal representative, except for the filing of a successor personal representative, when the value of the estate is: $10,000 and under: $40; $10,001 to $20,000: $60; $20,001 to $30,000: $75; $30,001 to $40,000: $95; $50,001 to $75,000: $190; and $75,001 to $100,000: $250, plus 14 more listed on this page. Other fees may apply; confirm the current amounts with the clerk before you file.
When is the Oxford County probate court open?
Listed office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
How long does probate take in Maine?
A simple probate in Maine usually takes about 6-12 months. A complex estate can take 12-18 months.
Is there a small estate option in Maine?
Maine's small estate limit is $40,000. Estates under the limit may be settled with a simpler procedure than full probate; the Maine probate guide explains when it applies.
Where can I get probate forms for Oxford County?
This page links 3 Maine probate forms you can download as PDFs, listed under Probate Forms Library.
Probate Attorneys
The closest we list to this court
David Backer
Drummond Woodsum & MacMahon
Portland · 41 mi