No. The State Court Administration manages all probation cases. Visit their probation section for more information.

No.  All documents, along with the appropriate filing fees, must be filed in person, mailed, or placed in the court’s drop box.

No, you do not need an appointment.  However, if you would like to make an appointment for a marriage or weapons carry license, you may schedule one, here. 

No, you do not have to have an attorney to file in Probate Court.   However, many matters of law are more complex than they might seem and may require special knowledge of legal principles and procedures. If you are unsure of how to accomplish a goal (for example “I need to access my deceased mom’s bank account” or “I need to retitle my deceased father’s house,” “what do I have to do to get that done?”) that is legal advice, and we suggest you contact a Georgia licensed attorney. Although we cannot recommend a specific attorney, you may contact the Cobb County Attorney Referral Service at (770) 424-7149 or contact the State Bar of Georgia at gabar.org or 404-527-8700.

No.  The form dictates the way a case progresses, and the relief sought.  Much like other courts cannot tell you if you should file an eviction, request a protective order, or file for divorce, it is our court’s job to process the action you file.  It is up to you and your legal advisor to determine which action is appropriate for your circumstances.  All the GA Probate Court Standard Forms come with specific instructions.  It is advisable to read these instructions carefully to understand the relief the form seeks.

You can check the status of your case online at any time by visiting probateonline.cobbcounty.org.  You DO NOT need a username or password to search.  Simply enter the name and/or case number, select ‘I’m not a robot’, then ‘Search’.  (Note: there are limitations on access to cases regarding mental health, guardianship, and minors that may require you to come in person with an ID and possibly file with the Court for access.)