How to Order Massachusetts Probate Court Records Online

Important Massachusetts Probate Search Information

  • We do not search for wills filed for safekeeping.
  • The details you seek are not public records. Please get in touch with the appropriate Massachusetts probate court to inquire about this information.
  • We provide copying services for listed counties only. Our services do not extend to other counties, as we lack access to their records.
  • Divorce records are a part of the probate court, but because of the complexities of divorce proceedings, you cannot order a copy of a divorce record with this probate order form.
  • Go to our Massachusetts divorce records order form to order divorce papers, a decree, or a certificate.

What Probate Documents Can I Order?

Probate Record Search

With decades of experience, we specialize in locating probated wills, estate administrations, and legal name changes.

Digital Scans | Copies

We can scan and email most modern files as PDFs. However, older 'tri-fold' files cannot be scanned and must be photocopied.

Certified Copies

Court certifications, attested copies, and State apostille service from the Secretary of State office are all available for an additional fee.

Confidentiality

Your name, contact information, and reason for the request always remain confidential and are never shared with the probate court.

Massachusetts Probate Record Retrieval: Processing Times & Turnaround

Records Located at the Courthouse:

Turnaround time is 7 - 10 business days.

Records in Off-site Storage:

Turnaround time is 14 - 21 business days.

Dates of Records Located in Off-site Storage:

  • Bristol County Probate Court: All records before 2000.
  • Middlesex Probate: All records before 1990.
  • Suffolk County Probate Court: All probate records (not divorce records) before 1962.
  • Norfolk Probate Court: Does not currently have records in storage.

Massachusetts Probate Court Record Fees & Pricing Structure

Massachusetts Probate Record Search Fee

$45

The fee includes a court index search and up to ten scanned pages emailed as a PDF.

Extra Copies

$1 per page

We first need approval and prepayment from you before we make extra copies.

Certified Massachusetts Probate Documents

$25 avg.

For example, a Letter of Appointment, Certified Name Change. The certified copy costs are in addition to the $45 search fee.

Refunds for Unsuccessful Probate Searches

$25

If we are unable to find the record you're seeking, you're only charged $20 and we refund $25 to your credit card.

Historic Massachusetts Probate Records: Free Online Resources

Ordering A Probate Record Search

  • Complete the order form below with your search information and payment details.
  • Look for a confirmation of your order in your email, including a transaction ID #, as it will arrive within seconds of placing the order.
  • Hint: Are you on a PC? Use your TAB key to quickly move through the form.

Probate Court Record Search

$45.00

Per record search, and, if found, includes up to 10 pages of documents.

Expedited service available: +$30.00 (5-7 business days)

Order a Probate Record Search

OFFICIAL ORDER FORM

Complete all required fields below to order Massachusetts Probate Records.

Deceased Person Information

 
 

Court Information

If you're unsure about the county, select "Not Known - Explained in Notes" and provide details in the notes section.  
 

Date Information

 

Frequently Asked Questions about Year Selection

  • If you're unsure about the specific year, please select "Unknown" and provide a range of up to five years for the search in the additional comments section.
  • If the event occurred before 1900, select "Unknown" and provide details in the notes section.

Special Instructions

Tips for Additional Information

  • Mention specific documents you're interested in (such as wills, inventories, or heir lists)
  • Indicate if you need certified copies for legal purposes or if you need expedited service
  • Specify your delivery preference (PDF email or physical mail. Depending on the size of file papers, additional postage fees may apply)

Contact Information

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