Getting a Probated Will Copy in Kings County (Brooklyn), NY

Direct Contact

Kings County Surrogate's Court
Records Department, Room 109
2 Johnson Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Phone: (718) 257-3100

In-Person Request (Fastest)

1. Go to Room 109.
2. Provide: Decedent's full name, date of death, attorney/firm name (if known).
3. Pay per-page fee (typically $1–$5) + certification fee if needed.
4. Receive copy same day (usually).

By Mail (Certificate of Probate Only)

• Write request with: Decedent name, date of death, requester name/address.
• Include $10 check/money order payable to "Kings County Surrogate's Court."
• Mail to above address.
• Receive certified certificate (not full will) by return mail.

Tips

• Call ahead to confirm hours, fees, ID requirements.
• If will isn't probated yet, it's not public—only executor/beneficiaries can access via petition.
• For genealogy/historical research, note: older records may be offsite.