The Probate Court is responsible for the settlement of estates. Estates are settled through the administration of wills and trusts and provide for the orderly disposition of assets to the appropriate recipients in a timely and effective manner.
The Probate Court is also responsible for the appointment of guardians and
conservators, adoptions, and name changes for the citizens of
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In exercising the jurisdiction of the Probate Court, the Judge, the Register of Probate, and the Deputy Register of Probate have the responsibility to fulfill the directives of State statutes to ensure the careful and consistent administration of justice.
The Judge of Probate and Register of Probate are elected offices under the Maine Constitution. The term of office is 4 years. The Deputy Register of Probate is appointed by the Register.
Contact Information:
Piscataquis County Probate Court
159 E. Main St.
Dover-Foxcroft, Maine 04426
Phone: (207) 564-2431
Fax: (207) 564-3022
Email:
Judge of Probate James R. Austin
Special Election November, 2006. Term expires December 31, 2012.
Register of Probate Judith A. Raymond
Elected November, 2006. Term expires December 31, 2010.
Deputy Register of Probate Donna Peterson
Appointed by the Register.