Chautauqua County New York
Probate Court Information

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Court Name	Surrogate's Court
Court Address	Gerace Office Building, Courthouse - PO Box C Mayville, New York 14757
Contact Info	Phone +1-716-753-4337 Fax +1-716-753-4600 Email -
Court Website	https://ww2.nycourts.gov/courts/8jd/Chautauqua/surrogates.shtml
Local Rules	Surrogate's Court Forms (statewide)
Court Forms	Surrogate's Court Forms (statewide)
Court Fees	Probate filing costs in Chautauqua County vary by case type and filing. The court maintains the current fee schedule through the official links above.
Hours Open	9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Summary of Services	In New York, a fiduciary serving an estate in Chautauqua County may be required to post a bond unless the will dispenses with it, and the Surrogate retains authority to require a bond to protect the estate. The bond reflects the value of the personal property and expected income.
Court History	In New York, the Surrogate's Court handles estates and trusts. Probate for Chautauqua County is administered through that court. Surrogate's Court, located in Mayville, handles probate administration for Chautauqua County. This court offers online docket search, so filings and case status for Chautauqua County can often be confirmed online before a bond is requested.
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