The Probate & Family Court is open for most emergency and non-emergency matters in-person. You can file new cases and motions in-person, mail or e-file, if e-filing is available. The Probate & Family Court’s 10 virtual registriesare still opened. You can get face-to-face virtual help from court staff.
How many probate courts are there in Massachusetts?
Court division There is one probate and family court in each county in Massachusetts with some having additional satellite court houses.
How much does it cost to file for guardianship in Massachusetts?
Guardian/conservator fees
| Type of pleading | Filing fee |
|---|---|
| Appointment of Conservator or for Single Transaction, Petition | $240 |
| Appointment of a Guardian, Petition | No Fee |
| Expand, Modify, Limit Powers of a Conservator, Petition | $150 |
| Expand, Modify, Limit Powers of a Guardian, Petition | No Fee |
Are the courts open in Massachusetts?
Courthouses are physically open for limited purposes, but continue to conduct most business virtually — by telephone, videoconference and email.
What does the Register of probate do Massachusetts?
Section 1 of Chapter 211B of the Massachusetts General Laws established the Probate and Family Court Department (PFCD), which has jurisdiction over probate and family matters such as divorce, paternity, child support, custody, visitation, adoption, termination of parental rights, and abuse prevention.
Who can be a guardian in Massachusetts?
A person seeking to become a guardian of a person in Massachusetts must be at least 18 years old and reside in the United States. The prospective guardian does not need to be related to the respondent (incapacitated person) and more than one guardian can be appointed to serve.
How do I get to the Salem district court?
This court serves Beverly, Danvers, Manchester by the Sea, Middleton, and Salem. There are metered lots as well as paid parking garages available to the public. The Salem District Court is accessible by the Newburyport/Rockport line of the MBTA. The closest stop to the courthouse is Salem Station.
How do I contact the Essex Probate and Family Court?
If you have any questions accessing the Virtual Registry, please contact the Essex Probate and Family Court at (978) 744-1020 or at [email protected]
How do I get to the Boston courthouse?
The courthouse is also accessible by the following MBTA busses: Express Bus 450, Bus 451, Express Bus 455, Bus 456, Express Bus 459 and Bus 465. Please contact the ADA coordinator below for more information regarding ADA accessibility at this court location.
