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Pickens County Clerk

Pickens County

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214 East Main Street, Pickens, SC 29671
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214 East Main Street, Pickens, SC 29671
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(864) 898-5598
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Hours:
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About visiting the probate court

About the probate clerk of court in Pickens County, South Carolina

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 South Carolina.

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 Pickens County Clerk 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 Pickens County, South Carolina, probate clerks are every years by and serve year terms. Probate clerks can typically be without a gap in service. Within Pickens County, South Carolina, probate clerks false have judicial powers, meaning they false also serve in the same capacity as a probate judge.
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About probate judges in Pickens County, South Carolina

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 South Carolina 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 Pickens County, South Carolina, 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 South Carolina

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 South Carolina 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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Call ahead before visiting the Pickens County Clerk

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 Pickens County Clerk 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 Pickens County Clerk is: (864) 898-5598

The hours of operation listed for the Pickens County Clerk are:

Monday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed

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Reviews of the Pickens County Clerk

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3 months ago

I never receive child support even though the father is court ordered to pay and justice is never seen. All that money to take someone to court for what? I wish there was an option to make dad’s who never pay or abandon their children just automatically terminate their rights as fathers. It’s been over a year now since I received child support and I don't want them blaming COVID for it. I have to raise a child with no help through all this mess. The system is useless.

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3 years ago

Does anybody even work there? I've been calling for two days and still haven't spoken with a real person. The automated system is the worst in existence. Fraud and abuse of tax payers who ultimately pay salaries. I'd spend 20 minutes pressing buttons and it would lead to a dead end. I've never experienced such unprofessionalism and inability to meet citizens needs. So glad I don't live in that god forsaken area anymore.

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2 years ago

Does anyone even work there? Trying to call 2 days get never speak to a person. Website is a joke since just need verify hours of operation for a particular issue. I know it's only certain days and times but can't verify it.

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4 years ago

This is by far the most incredible fascist organization known to man I have the right to motion to court it is not a privilege it is our right to motion the court and yet the clerk sees fit to deny me this right under threat of arrest claiming that I am trying to motion a constitutional motion he stated he will not accept those constitutional motions this is addition he has lied on his oath before the god of Abraham the people that work for him also lie they are under oath to help the citizenry there under oath to provide service to the citizens the taxpayers who pay their wages it is not up to the clerk to deny access to the court under threat of arrest it is up to the judge to throw out of motion is spurious this is absolutely the shape of things to come and a Nazi organization,,, I am positive when he was called on this he will lie that's what people do these diabolical narcissists lie welcome to Rock Springs Church

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4 years ago

Child support division delays payment often due to having so many "Holidays". Today not sure why it is delayed but can't get through to speak with any one.

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