Irondequoit Probate Court Records
Irondequoit probate court records are handled by the Monroe County Surrogate's Court in Rochester. The town of Irondequoit sits on the southern shore of Lake Ontario, just north of Rochester, and all estate cases for its residents go through the county courthouse on West Main Street. You can search these records for free online through WebSurrogate or visit the courthouse during business hours. The court manages wills, estate administration, guardianship, and related matters for all of Monroe County.
Irondequoit Quick Facts
Monroe County Surrogate's Court
The Monroe County Surrogate's Court handles all probate cases for Irondequoit residents. The courthouse is at 39 West Main Street, Room 101, in downtown Rochester. It is a short drive from Irondequoit. This court covers wills, intestate administration, guardianship, adoption, trust proceedings, and estate accountings. The court is part of the 7th Judicial District.
Irondequoit is one of the larger suburbs in the Rochester metro area. Estate cases from this town often involve family homes, retirement accounts, and personal property. The court processes everything from small voluntary administrations to complex estates with real property, investment accounts, and multiple beneficiaries. If someone who lived in Irondequoit passed away and left behind any assets, this court handles the legal process.
| Court | Monroe County Surrogate's Court |
|---|---|
| Address |
39 W Main Street, Room 101 Rochester, NY 14614 |
| Phone | (585) 753-1600 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Irondequoit Probate Records
WebSurrogate is the free online tool for searching Monroe County probate records. You can look up cases by party name or file number. The Name Search works best with the full name of the deceased. Add the date of death to narrow your results. The File Search is useful when you already have a case number.
Documents filed on or after February 19, 2014 are viewable online through WebSurrogate. Older records require a trip to the courthouse in Rochester. Public access computers at 39 West Main Street let you view unrestricted historical files. The court maintains index books and microfiche for older records going back many decades. Staff can assist you with finding what you need.
Certain records are restricted. Adoption files are always sealed. Guardianship documents, death certificates on file with the court, documents with social security numbers, and tax returns from May 1990 through January 2001 are not available to the public. These limits are set by Section 207.64 of the Uniform Rules for Surrogate's Courts.
Call (585) 753-1600 to check on a case before making the trip to Rochester. Court staff can confirm if a file exists and tell you what to bring.
Filing Fees
Probate filing fees in Monroe County follow the state schedule under SCPA 2402. The fee depends on the estate's gross value. Estates under $10,000 pay $45. From $10,000 to $20,000, the cost is $75. Between $20,000 and $50,000 is $215. Estates from $50,000 to $100,000 pay $280. The $100,000 to $250,000 range is $420. From $250,000 to $500,000 costs $625. Over $500,000 requires $1,250.
Contested cases add to the bill. Objections under SCPA 1410 cost $150. A jury trial demand is $150. A note of issue is $45. Certified copies run $6 per page. Record searches cost $30 for files under 25 years old and $90 for older records.
Tip: Call (585) 753-1600 to confirm which payment methods the court accepts before your visit.
Types of Probate Cases
Probate is for when someone dies with a will. The executor files a petition and the original will with the court. The court checks it against the rules in SCPA Article 4. Copies are not accepted. If valid, the court issues letters testamentary.
Administration is for estates without a will. The court appoints an administrator using New York's priority list: spouse first, then children, then parents. Estates under $50,000 can go through voluntary administration. It is faster and the filing fee for estates under $10,000 is just $45.
Other cases include guardianship for minors and incapacitated adults, trusts, accountings, wrongful death claims, and adoptions. Adoption records are permanently sealed.
Historical Records and Genealogy
Monroe County has probate records going back to the county's creation. The New York State Archives holds Surrogate's Court records from 1787 to 1929 on microfilm. Will books, administration files, and estate inventories are all included. FamilySearch catalogs many of these older Monroe County records for family history research.
The Monroe County Clerk's Office also maintains land records and a will index. If an estate involved property in Irondequoit, the Clerk's records may show deeds and transfers tied to that property. The Clerk's office is a separate stop from the Surrogate's Court but handles related documents.
Electronic Filing
Monroe County requires mandatory e-filing for probate and administration cases when attorneys represent the parties. The NYSCEF system handles electronic submissions. If you do not have a lawyer, you can file papers at the Rochester courthouse in person.
NYSCEF is available at any time. You get email alerts about filings and court orders. Credit card payments work through the system. For technical support, call 646-386-3033 during business hours.
Irondequoit Resources
The Town of Irondequoit government website offers local services and information. For probate filings and estate records, all cases go through the Monroe County Surrogate's Court in Rochester.
Monroe County Probate Records
Irondequoit is part of Monroe County. All estate cases, wills, and probate filings for Irondequoit residents go through the Monroe County Surrogate's Court at 39 West Main Street in Rochester. Visit our full Monroe County page for more details and resources.
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