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Preble County Clerk of Courts

Preble County

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101 East Main Street, Eaton, OH 45320
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101 East Main Street, Eaton, OH 45320
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(937) 456-8160
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Hours:
at 2:30pm
Closes soon
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About the probate clerk of court in Preble 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 Preble 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 Preble County, Ohio, probate clerks are every years by and serve year terms. Probate clerks can typically be without a gap in service. Within Preble 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 probate judges in Preble 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 Preble 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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Call ahead before visiting the Preble 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 Preble 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 Preble County Clerk of Courts is: (937) 456-8160

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

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

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Reviews of the Preble County Clerk of Courts

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a year ago

The only reason I'm giving this court 1 star is because zero isn't an option. Judge jenifer overmyer granted a cpo based on i don't know what exactly? A few things, first the cpo was issued for 5 years without even going to court, secondly. It took over a year to have this heard in court, According to the courts they couldn't find me although i was on probation and had to physically drive to the court house once a month to see my probation officer so how they couldn't find me is beyond me. Over a year later i get this heard in judge overmyer court and she keeps the cpo in place despite the fact that at the time of the incident that occurred i was at work and yes i had evidence that verified that i was at work, however judge overmyer refused to look at anything i had and issued the cpo still but that's nothing compared to having my rights violated. Judge overmyer was the presiding judge over a court hearing about my 5 year old daughter, as the biological father of the child i had ever right to be present at this hearing, I've been fighting to see my daughter to the past to years in montgomery county just to have preble county get involved and treat me like less than a human where my daughter is concerned not only as a father but as someone who made the decision to represent themselve in the case. I sat outside the court room for approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours and not once was i called in. Now as the father and someone who was representing themselve at the time afforded me every right to be present for this hearing, however i was denied on both counts.

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2 years ago

Curtis and professional conduct.

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5 years ago

This is one of the slowest court house around. it takes over 1 year to go to court.

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3 years ago

This is the worst courthouse ever there so lazy they can’t even pick the phones up I guess I will have to call the Supreme Court to make a complaint against the juvenile division I will keep making complaints when you guys don’t want to answer your phones all day long

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3 years ago

The guy who took my call tells me he's not documenting anything, the only reason this place is getting one star is because no stars isn't an option

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