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Union County Clerk of Superior Court

Union County

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400 North Main Street, Monroe, NC 28112
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400 North Main Street, Monroe, NC 28112
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(704) 698-3100
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Hours:
at 2:30pm
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About visiting the probate court

About the probate clerk of court in Union County, North 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 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 Union County Clerk of Superior 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 Union County, North Carolina, probate clerks are every years by and serve year terms. Probate clerks can typically be without a gap in service. Within Union County, North 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 Union County, North 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 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 Union 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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Helpful resources for probate in North 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 North 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 Union County Clerk of Superior Court

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 Union County Clerk of Superior Court 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 Union County Clerk of Superior Court is: (704) 698-3100

The hours of operation listed for the Union County Clerk of Superior Court are:

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

Reviews

Reviews of the Union County Clerk of Superior Court

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9 months ago

Autumn was amazing! She answered all my questions and was just as nice as could be. I'm from NJ so its always such a surprise to be received with kindness and not hostility from public employees. Thank you Autumn

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a month ago

So helpful and accommodating.

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6 months ago

Yelled at by the da assistant for following the instructions Given to me downstairs. Incredibly rude and awful

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a year ago

So grateful to have such helpful people at this location.

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4 years ago

Judge Steven Higdon, upon seeing that I was unable to represent myself, rudely criticized me, belittled me, and made me feel as if I had no idea what I was doing. At this point, I considered myself victimized for the second time after having to show cause for failure to appear to a prior case in which I was the victim of a simple assault case. That day, I recieved a court appointed attorney and was told to show up to court on 2/9/17. On the morning of 2/9/17, I left a message with the court appointed attorney stating that I was unable to make it to court due to lack of transportation and lack of funds to find transportation. I informed my court appointed attorney, via voicemail, my situation regarding disability. I have a neuromuscular disease that renders my neck, arms and hands chronically and progressively weak and painful. I was approved for disability in January but did not received my first check until March. Since 2/9/17, I have had my car repossessed due to my disability money not coming soon enough. I have had friends bringing food to my house, paying my utility bills, providing transporation, and I have almost been evicted twice. I am currently in appeals r/t my rent and so I am having to go to the Mecklenburg County Court House to pay my rent there. I would like to hold the judge, Judge Steven Higdon, accountable for discrimination against a disabled individual, such as myself. I am filing a complaint against him and I would like to hold my court appointed attorney, Erin Hucks, responsible as well. I feel that the Legal System has failed me. I would like to emphasis, I informed her of my situation the morning of 2/9/17. I would also like to emphasis, I WAS NOT EVEN A DEFENDENT IN THE PRIOR CASE. I was the VICTIM in the prior case. I could understand if I was the defendant. But, I wasn't. Therefore, I was not purposely trying to avoid court. I feel that this case against me should be DISMISSED. There is no guarantee that I will be able to show for court due to a lack of transportation and funds for transportation, and due to the physical impairment that has rendered me disabled. In addition, I don't even know where I will be living if I am unable to afford my rent if Crisis Ministries is unable to assist me with that. What will the Judge do then? Issue another warrant for my arrest? Will the police go to the Homeless Shelter to look for me there? This is Ridiculous. And it's Discrimination and a Waste of Tax Payer Money to go after someone who is Disabled who has already explained his situation to his court appointed attorney and who is going through a very trying time right now. I would like to SHED LIGHT ON THIS ISSUE BECAUSE IT IS UNFAIR FOR THE LEGAL SYSTEM TO GO AFTER A DISABLED INDIVIDUAL WHO HAS A LACK OF FUNDS AND NO TRANSPORTATION AND ARREST HIM AND MAKE HIM USE MONEY THAT HE COULD HAVE USED FOR RENT TO POST BOND. I HAVE BEEN VICTIMIZED TWICE HERE. FIRST, AS THE VICTIM OF A SIMPLE ASSAULT. AND SECONDLY AS A VICTIM OF A JUDGE WHO IS USING HIS DISCRETION BIASLY. I agree with the dismissal of the prior case on account of my inability to show. The judge could have left it at that. I was under the impression that most cases are. Instead, this Judge chose to waste tax payer money going after someone who wasn't even a DEFENDANT in the prior case who wasn't even trying to purposefully evade the law. So, I am reporting this Judge to the NC BAR Association for MISCONDUCT! I have already notified the Head Clerk of Court of the Union County Courthouse as of today and I have informed Erin Huck's Assistant as of today as well.

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