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Vance County Clerk of Court

Vance County

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156 Church Street, Henderson, NC 27536
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156 Church Street, Henderson, NC 27536
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(252) 430-5100
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Hours:
at 2:30pm
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About the probate clerk of court in Vance 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 Vance 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 Vance County, North Carolina, probate clerks are every years by and serve year terms. Probate clerks can typically be without a gap in service. Within Vance 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 Vance 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 Vance 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 Vance County Clerk of 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 Vance County Clerk of 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 Vance County Clerk of Court is: (252) 430-5100

The hours of operation listed for the Vance County Clerk of Court 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 Vance County Clerk of Court

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3 months ago

Every time I talk to someone I am told something different. Obviously more job training is needed. Desi & Rita lack skills needed to deal with the public. Even when clearly printed they have no idea of what the correct eviction process is & should not be advising others. The attitude given when corrected could cause someone to rock the orange jump suit.

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7 years ago

I will have to say that the Vance County Clerk of Court Office is poorly operated. For jury duty summons the recorded message should be updated properly and instead was last updated for March 3rd (3 weeks ago) and should have been updated for the March 24th. The response giving was they must have forgot to update the message. I think Vance County Court has many flaws if the jury selection has flaws. I wonder how many people will be fined for not showing up today due to their poorly operated Clerk's Office!!!

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5 years ago

I haven't lived in North Carolina in over 5 years AND have served in a Jury here in Houston TX. I called to let them know that I don't live there because they sent the summons to my Ex Husbands Moms house, they then tell me that I have to get the original and send them an original of the summons along with an "original copy of my Drivers License" ~ what does that even mean if it is a copy it isn't the original. Apparently every other county clerks office in the country accepts a faxed copy of a drivers License and a written statement saying you don't live there but Vance County requires originals of everything. WHAT A JOKE!

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2 years ago

The absolute worst service ever at the clerks window. My mother and I came to pay off fines the little light skinned skinny girl with the glasses told us that we had to go to the Dmv to get case numbers to pay them.. Meanwhile we went to the district attorney office and they provided us with the information we needed. After going back to pay the fines we waited for an hour and 30 minutes maybe more because of her terrible attitude and lies. She kept giving us the run around and prolonging the situation for no reason.

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