Swain County Clerk of Court
Swain County


About visiting the probate court
About the probate clerk of court in Swain County, North Carolina
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 North 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 Swain County Clerk of Court 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 Swain County, North Carolina, probate clerks are every years by and serve year terms. Probate clerks can typically be without a gap in service. Within Swain County, North Carolina, probate clerks false have judicial powers, meaning they false also serve in the same capacity as a probate judge.
About visiting the probate court
About probate judges in Swain County, North Carolina
While a probate judge in North 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 Swain County, North 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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About visiting the probate court
Call ahead before visiting the Swain County Clerk of Court
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 Swain County Clerk of Court is: (828) 488-7400
The hours of operation listed for the Swain County Clerk of Court are:
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Reviews
Reviews of the Swain County Clerk of Court










Absolutely the most least informative crowd I've ever spoken to. Every question is answered "I have no idea".










I'm writing this review based on Elise with the finance department. I became a county employee as of August 1st. I went to Elise as all new county employees do to fill out paperwork for tax withholding, insurance, etc. I was actually set up with an appointment to meet with her, and I was there on time for our meeting. I caught her walking out of the door and she rolled her eyes when I asked if she was Elise and stated that I "barely caught her" - how professional. I was uncertain at that time if I wanted insurance through the county, and because Elise wanted to go out to brunch with friends she was extremely pushy, wouldn't explain anything and practically pushed me out of the door. She said I could come back within my 90 day probationary period and opt in for insurance if I wanted it. Since then I have attempted to meet with her at the courthouse to no avail. She is never in and from what I am told she is always "out with friends". How the heck does she get paid when she's never there to do her job, not even when she has scheduled appointments? Finally called her office today, since I am 7 days away from the end of my probationary period. Figured maybe I could get a hold of her, she's very elusive afterall. She informs me that its 30 days to opt in for insurance, so i was absolutely lied to to be pushed out the door during my initial meeting. She was extremely rude to me, making excuses and cutting me off mid sentence. I now have to wait until May for an open enrollment. More than 6 months without any insurance due to another county employee that is so consumed in going to brunch and hanging out with her friends and colleagues to actually work and do her job. Thanks Elise.










Because some may have power dont make them God, if you havent landed in jail yourself, you just havent been caught yet , those who have,and are in jail here arent dogs, but are human, cameras should be used more, not only for inmates but staff too, including healthcare staff, i have relatives here, we are a part of the reservation , this jail has got to be the worst as far as how the inmates are treated , im hoping changes can be made, as we the people elect those in office, those in office forget they work for the people, do you know or care how your family is being treated, i do !










All hope abandon ye who enter here. The bathrooms are clean and the judges reasonable if you play ball.