There are several methods of administering an estate and the proper administration for each Estate will depend on individual circumstances.

To begin the probate process, please only complete the Estate Intake Packet listed under Probate Documents (see below).

The Estate Intake Packet can be printed out or picked up from the Kershaw County Probate Court office or on the right side of the security desk in the Kershaw County Government Center located at 515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC 29020. 

Also as a reminder, purses are NOT allowed in the Courthouse. 

Please Note:  The Kershaw County Probate Court cannot give legal advice.

Probate Documents:

Estate Intake Packet

Probate Process Brochure

Application/Petition for Probate of Will or Appointment

Affidavit for Collection of Personal Property

Informal Estate Filing Checklist for Attorneys

Affidavit of Personal Representative

Reopening Worksheet

Private Agreement

Pro Se Formal Action  Checklist

Centers for Heirs Property Legal Services Guid

Resources:

Kershaw County GIS Mapping

Kershaw County Register of Deeds (1990 - Current)

Kershaw County Register of Deeds (Before 1990)

Kershaw County Auditor's Office

South Carolina Legal Services

South Carolina Unclaimed Property

Kelley Blue Book

NADA

Treasury Direct Savings Bond Calculator

South Carolina Judicial Branch

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

Center for Heirs Property