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Grand Forks County District Court

Grand Forks County

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124 South 4th Street, Grand Forks, ND 58201
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http://www.gfcounty.nd.gov/?q=node/67
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(701) 787-2730
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Hours:
at 2:30pm
Closes soon
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About visiting the Grand Forks County District Court

The term probate court is a common term loosely referring to the probate division located within a state or county courthouse. In the state of North Dakota, the District Court is the level of court responsible for overseeing matters related to probate court.

Grand Forks County District Court is listed as a registered probate court within Grand Forks County, North Dakota.

In most instances within North Dakota, there is at least one District Court courthouse location within each county. Sometimes a county may have multiple courthouses and may also have multiple probate court locations. Such is often the case in larger metropolis counties where population is dense or also in spread-out, rural counties, which may use a courthouse annex or satellite office system to accommodate nearby citizens with easier access in proximity or distance.
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Who to speak with when visiting the Grand Forks County probate court

Upon visiting the Grand Forks County District Court, look for signs or directions to the probate division within the main courthouse. Once you’ve located the probate division, make your way to any reception desks and ask to speak with a probate clerk or probate judge. The probate clerk at Grand Forks County District Court may or may not require appointments based upon the busyness of the probate court, so it’s a great idea to call ahead.

Plan ahead to be early in case available parking is limited and be prepared for formal security measures upon entering the building, as courthouses are official state and federal property. This generally includes passing through metal detectors and allowing search of any belongings.

Many courthouses do not allow cell phones, so keep that in mind as your phone may need to be turned off upon entering the courthouse, or even left outside.
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Helpful Resources for Probate in North Dakota

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 Dakota 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 Grand Forks County District 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 Grand Forks County District 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 Grand Forks County District Court is: (701) 787-2730

The hours of operation listed for the Grand Forks County District 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

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4 months ago

Having called them for the first time I was very pleased with the service I was provided. Friendly staff. Very professional and answered all of my questions.

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a year ago

The workers are rude and refuse to help in anyway. When you finally get them to do anything they always have to run off and ask someone else how something is done. When paying anything from a fine to court they do not assist in anyway and try to get you out or off of the phone.

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2 months ago

Ok thanks

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2 years ago

The court clerks are absolutely rude. I am not even from the state of North Dakota and my soon to be ex wifes attorney filed for divorce in Grand Forks County when there is already an open case in a different county in a different state that was already filed and in motion a month prior. My ex was already served. The case is invalid as per court papers state that if there is already a pending case somewhere else then you cannot file for divorce in another place. I called to see if they have a form to fill out for dismissing the case because the case is invalid. Then she got rude and snotty and said I cannot give you legal advice as she is not an attorney. I was not asking for legal advice. I was asking for a form which is their job as a clerk to provide. Court administration is about forms and paperwork. I was not asking how to fill it out, I was not asking the next step, etc... I was simply asking if there was an order for dismissal form cause their websites are horrible for Self Help and finding/obtaining documents. In the state of Minnesota at least they provide you all instructions, all the documents you need, etc...in the self help center. When people fight cases pro se, then we the people need clear access to the appropriate documents we need to file. When the system does not provide access to those documents, then they are impeding on our civil liberties by not giving us the clear access to represent ourselves or giving us the tools we need to get the job done. Very disgusted. This is how the government treats people.

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3 months ago

Very rude.

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