Find Probate Records in Cass County
Cass County probate court records are on file at the Cass County Clerk's office in Logansport, Indiana. The clerk serves as the official custodian for all court records in the county, including estate filings, wills, guardianship cases, trust matters, and adoption proceedings. The Cass County Circuit and Superior Courts both handle probate-related matters, and all case records are indexed and accessible through the state court system. You can search Cass County probate court records online using Indiana MyCase, or visit Room 407 of the Cass County Government Building to review files and request copies in person.
Cass County Quick Facts
Cass County Clerk of Courts
County Clerk Destry Richey leads the Cass County Clerk's office at the Cass County Government Building in Logansport. The clerk's office is the legal custodian of all probate court records, case filings, and court documents for the Circuit and both Superior Courts in Cass County. As the office states, they "serve as official custodian of all court records including the seal of the court for both Circuit Court and Superior Courts I and II."
The office is in Room 407 of the Cass County Government Building at 200 Court Park in Logansport. Hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The clerk's office handles estates and adoptions through Deputy Clerk Jordan Howell. Criminal and child support matters go through First Deputy Silvia Tucux. If you call about an estate or probate matter in Cass County, ask for the deputy who handles those cases.
| Address | 200 Court Park, Room 407, Logansport, IN 46947 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (574) 753-7740 |
| Fax | (574) 753-6147 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| Website | in.gov/counties/cass/departments/clerk |
The clerk's office also "furnishes copies of record and certifies the correctness thereto when required by law." This means you can request certified copies of Cass County probate court records from this office for legal purposes.
Note: Document requests in Cass County are filled on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the current backlog at the clerk's office.
Cass County Probate Records Online Search
Indiana's MyCase court portal covers Cass County probate records going back to June 2011, when the county joined the statewide Odyssey case management system. This free tool lets you search by name or case number without visiting the courthouse. Estate cases, guardianship filings, and other Cass County probate records appear in the system once they are entered by court staff.
The Cass County Court website also provides local court information and links to services. For cases and filings not yet in the online system, or for older Cass County probate records that predate 2011, contact the clerk's office directly at (574) 753-7740. Staff can search older case indexes and tell you what is available.
Mandatory e-filing is now required in Cass County for case initiations and subsequent filings. Attorneys and self-represented parties filing new probate cases must use the electronic system. The clerk's office can explain the process if you have questions about how to file a probate case in Cass County.
Probate Record Types in Cass County
Cass County probate court records cover a range of legal proceedings that deal with estates, family guardianship, and related matters. The Circuit Court and two Superior Courts all contribute to the pool of records the clerk maintains. Probate cases in Cass County are governed by Indiana probate statutes, with IC 29-1-7-1 setting venue for estate cases in the county of residence.
The Cass County Clerk manages the following types of probate and court records:
- Estate proceedings (supervised and unsupervised)
- Will filings and will contests
- Guardianship and conservatorship cases
- Adoption proceedings (handled by Deputy Jordan Howell)
- Trust matters
- Marriage licenses and civil marriage ceremonies
The clerk's clerical duties include "preparing summonses and subpoenas, issuing marriage licenses and performing marriage ceremonies." Marriage licenses in Cass County are by appointment only. Call the office to schedule an appointment before you go.
Cass County Probate Fees and Payment Rules
Cass County probate court records cost $1 per page to copy under IC 33-37-5-1. Certified copies run an additional $3 per certification under IC 33-37-5-3. These are set by state law and apply across all Indiana counties. For filing a probate case in Cass County, the standard estate filing fee is around $177, though exact amounts depend on the case type.
Payment rules at the Cass County Clerk's office are strict. No personal checks are accepted under any circumstances. The office takes certified checks, cashier's checks, credit cards, and cash. Sheriff service of process fees run $28.00 per case. If you are not sure what fees apply to your Cass County probate matter, call (574) 753-7740 before you visit.
The clerk's about page has more detail on office duties and services. The Cass County government portal links to other county offices and services that may be relevant to your probate research.
Cass County Probate Clerk Office Images
The Indiana government site hosts the official Cass County Clerk page at in.gov/counties/cass/departments/clerk/, shown below.
This page provides clerk contact details, staff information, and links to court services for Cass County probate records.
The clerk's about page at in.gov/counties/cass/departments/clerk/about/ gives a fuller picture of the office's duties in maintaining Cass County court and probate records.
These pages are your starting point for understanding what the Cass County Clerk handles and how to access probate records.
The main Cass County government portal at in.gov/counties/cass/ provides a full directory of county offices and services, including links to court and clerk resources.
The portal connects you to court resources, county departments, and other services relevant to Cass County probate records and estate filings.
The Cass County Court website at casscountycourt.org provides local court information and helps residents navigate Cass County court and probate record searches.
This site is a useful local resource for anyone searching Cass County probate court records or looking up estate case details.
Nearby Counties
These counties are adjacent to Cass County. Probate cases are filed in the county where the decedent lived, so check the correct county before making a records request.