The Chancery Court for the 14th Judicial District has had exclusive jurisdiction over the administration of decedent’s estates since 1980. Prior to that time, the County Clerk had probate jurisdiction. All petitions to administer an estate or probate a will must now be filed in Chancery Court. The Clerk and Master conducts probates in her office by appointment.
Information Form
An information form (PDF) is available and should be completed and submitted prior to the appointment date so that documents can be prepared in advance. Chancery Court will prepare the Notice to Creditors and Letters Testamentary or of Administration.
General Probate
Chancery Court will not provide petition and order forms for a general probate. In all probated estates, a release from TennCare is required regardless of the age of the decedent.
Forms
Claim Against Estate
Consent to Serve and Waiver of Bond
Notice to Creditors
Probate Information
Probate Status Report
Agent Appointment by Nonresident Fiduciary
