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Mahoning County Clerk of Courts

Mahoning County

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120 Market Street, Youngstown, OH 44503
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120 Market Street, Youngstown, OH 44503
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(330) 740-2104
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Hours:
at 2:30pm
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About visiting the probate court

About the probate clerk of court in Mahoning County, Ohio

A probate clerk, or probate clerk of court, is an official of the courthouse who is professionally trained to serve the public on matters related to the probate and estate settlement process.

While probate clerks are professionally trained and incredibly knowledgeable on the legal topics of trusts, wills, probate and estate administration, their formally appointed function is to advise and assist the public with general inquiries and administrative related questions throughout the probate process, which shouldn't be confused with providing individualized legal counsel or advice for specific interpretive questions regarding your individual situation, as this may be construed as an unauthorized practice of law in the state of Ohio.

While the interpretation of ‘advice’ is subjective and may vary by jurisdiction or probate court, keep this in mind when dealing with probate clerks and staff of the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts to help avoid unwarranted frustration from any appointed official who is balancing their legal or elected responsibilities alongside their efforts to be as helpful as possible throughout the probate and estate settlement process.

In Mahoning County, Ohio, probate clerks are every years by and serve year terms. Probate clerks can typically be without a gap in service. Within Mahoning County, Ohio, probate clerks false have judicial powers, meaning they false also serve in the same capacity as a probate judge.
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About visiting the probate court

About probate judges in Mahoning County, Ohio

A probate judge is the official of the courthouse who resides in formal probate case hearings and is responsible for interpreting and applying the law during situations requiring a ruling.

While a probate judge in Ohio may reside over routine probate processes like appointment of a personal representative, they will nearly always be present in situations involving will contests, beneficiary disputes, creditor claims or other arguments prompting litigation during the probate or estate settlement process.

In Mahoning County, Ohio, probate judges are every years by and serve year terms. Probate judges can usually be without a gap in service.
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Helpful resources for probate in Ohio

Probate can be notoriously confusing. Small estate affidavits, formal vs. simple administration, executors & executrixes— there’s more than enough jargon to make your head spin.

We get it, and that’s why we've pulled together a comprehensive probate guide for Ohio that actually tells you what you need to know without assuming anything. You’ll walk away with a tangible timeline, actionable next steps and real clarity on what probate actually means for you and your family.
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About visiting the probate court

Call ahead before visiting the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts

While Atticus works hard to keep this information up to date, certain details change from time-to-time with little or no communication. To help avoid any mishaps, it’s advised to call ahead to confirm the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts is the best location to visit for your situation and that a probate clerk or judge will be present at the desired day and time.

When able, it’s always helpful to request an appointment with a probate clerk or probate judge prior to visiting any probate court location.

The phone number for the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts is: (330) 740-2104

The hours of operation listed for the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts are:

Monday:8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday:8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed

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Reviews of the Mahoning County Clerk of Courts

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4 years ago

Well even though they are always backed up an behind! They answer all your questions an concern's. It's a very beautiful building!! I don't want to be there cause it's not good if you are going to court usually, but it's a still a beautiful place too look at if u do have to be there!!!

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a year ago

Judge Bethany Smith needs to retire. Very one sided and just ruins single fathers lives. The poster says it all before you walk into her court. What a disgrace of a justice system.

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a year ago

It's nice looking on the inside.

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3 years ago

Where do I begin. I am involved in a case, 17CR0051 and working Pro-Se, which means I am representing myself! Let me begin with the FRAUD. Yes, the fraud that circles in this alleged justice system. I send my son to the Clerk of the Courts to file documents on my behalf. For example, to file an affidavit, you must file it with a motion. The clerk will refuse to file the motion or she will refuse to file the affidavit, which then the judge will say, you did not follow procedure. There are options, I could file a Writ of mandamus. But this is YOUR TAX DOLLAR... AT WASTE! If you knew the waste of tax dollars that occur at the state level in this alleged justice system you would vote EVERY public official OUT! I am dealing with court transcripts that are tampered with. The motions I file are tampered with. Here is the best part, the judgement entries filed with the clerk of courts are not the documents I signed in court, they are forged, because the terms and conditions changed after the session ended. The judge is aware that the assistant prosecutor made false statements on the record to prevent a judgement, which is called Fraud in use to procure a judgement... What does the judge do! He continues to build on the fraudulent statements and refuses to correct the record! Why am I writing this! Who else is there to tell? Laughing as hard as I can. I stand alone in this and I fear not! Because there is a higher power and he is guiding me through it all. So I am writing this to leave helpful hints for those who will come after me! I am dealing with racial discrimination, that is so in your face, that they don't bother to correct the information before they decide to commit fraud. Here is an example. The judge met with someone involved in the case, without my presence and It's illegal. In court transcripts evidence was presented and documented on the record. I fired my attorney. Now, I want to see this evidence documented on the record. The assistant prosecutor states she does not have such evidence! That is a Brady Violation, to cover-up FRAUD! Now that I do not have an attorney, I can challenge the evidence. When I had an attorney, there was no challenge. If you have ever been in the Court of Common Pleas, then you know how this works! It's all FRAUD people. My question to you, What will you do when this fraud knocks on your door! Never say never! I spent 15 years in college and over $200,000 on my education and for what to be surrounded by... I'll plead the fifth on that! No, I invested that kind of time and money to be great! And greatness is a gift that one must work, and work hard to doge all the fraud coming out of the Court of Common Pleas and the Clerk of the Courts! Because it is fraud to refuse to file a Defendant's motions!

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