Berrien County Probate Court — St. Joseph, Michigan
| Court | Berrien County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 811 Port Street, 4th Floor, St. Joseph, MI 49085 |
| Phone | (269) 983-7111 |
| Fax | (269) 982-8644 |
| Hours | Mon 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Tue-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website | Court website → |
| E-Filing | File online → Required |
Common probate filing fees for Berrien County. Fees may change; verify with the court before filing.
| Open Estate (Informal/Formal) | $175.00 |
|---|---|
| Small Estate / Petition for Assignment | $25.00 |
| Guardianship Petition | $175.00 |
| Conservatorship Petition | $175.00 |
| Trust Registration | $25.00 |
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Brian S. Berger | Judge |
| Mabel Johnson Mayfield | Chief Judge |
Michigan probate cases are filed in the county where the deceased person lived. If you need to open an estate, petition for guardianship or conservatorship, or file a trust dispute in Berrien County, The Legacy Law Firm handles probate cases across Michigan.