Baker County Probate Court Guide (2026)

Handling an estate in Macclenny requires a lawyer who understands the small-town precision of the Baker County Clerk’s office and the rigorous standards of the 8th Judicial Circuit. Whether you are filing a Formal Administration or a Summary Administration, our firm ensures your case meets every local requirement to avoid “Deficiency Notices” from the court.

🏛️ Baker County Courthouse & Clerk Information

The probate division is managed by the Baker County Clerk of the Circuit Court.

Courthouse Name: Baker County Courthouse
Address: 339 East Macclenny Avenue, Macclenny, FL 32063
Clerk of Court: Stacie D. Harvey
Probate Department Phone: (904) 259-8113
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Parking Information: Free parking is available in the lot directly south of the courthouse (accessible via S. 4th Street). Because this lot fills quickly, additional street parking is available along E. Macclenny Avenue with a two-hour limit.

⚖️ 8th Judicial Circuit Probate Procedures

Baker County probate cases are governed by the administrative orders of the Eighth Judicial Circuit of Florida.

Mandatory Checklists: Per Administrative Order 9.03, the 8th Circuit requires attorneys to submit a completed Probate Checklist with every proposed order for Formal or Summary Administration.
Assigned Judge (2026): Judge assignments in Baker County typically rotate and hearings are often heard by magistrates; however, family and civil probate matters are frequently overseen by Chief Judge William E. Davis or a designated Circuit Judge.
Virtual Hearings: Most non-evidentiary hearings are held via Zoom. You must contact the Judicial Assistant (JA), Lindsey Polk polkl@circuit8.org, for the specific link or meeting ID.

💰 2026 Baker County Filing Fees

Current filing fees for Baker County probate cases, not including convenience fees:

Filing Type	Fee Amount
Formal Administration (Estate > $75k)	$395.00
Summary Administration (Estate > $1,000)	$340.00
Summary Administration (Estate < $1,000)	$230.00
Caveat (To block probate without notice)	$40.00
Disposition of Personal Property	$230.00

🛠️ The 2026 “Baker County Way”

Unlike larger counties like Miami-Dade, Baker County remains a high-touch jurisdiction.

Original Wills: Must be deposited with the Clerk in Macclenny within 10 days of notification of death.
Proposed Orders: Must be submitted in Word format through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal.
Local Creditor Notices: For Formal Administrations, the Baker County Press is the typical publication used for the mandatory Notice to Creditors.

📍 Why Hire Florida Probate Law Group for Macclenny?

Baker County is a “Neighbor County” to our home base. We understand the local staff and the nuances of the 8th Circuit’s e-filing system.

Experience in Baker County and the 8th Circuit: Our firm has handled many cases in this jurisdiction and knows what to expect.
Remote Probate: You never have to travel to Macclenny; we handle 100% of the court appearances and filings digitally.

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