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Meet Probate Judge Sara Holmes

Judge Holmes began serving as Lauderdale County's Probate Judge on March 24, 2025. Prior to serving as Probate Judge, she was an attorney for 16 years in Florence. In addition to her private practice, she served as Municipal Judge for the Town of Killen. Judge Holmes is a graduate of Brooks High School and the University of North Alabama. She obtained her law degree in 2008 from Birmingham School of Law. She, her husband, and two children attend First Baptist Church Center Star.

The Probate Court Duties Include...

Wills

Administrations

GDN/CONS

Adoptions

Name Changes

Commitments

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Conservatorship / Guardianship

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Probate Court Filing Fees

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Marriage Certificates

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Recording Costs & Fees

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Contact Us

Address:
200 South Court Street, Florence, Alabama 35630

Phone Numbers:
Probate Court - (256) 760-5804
Recording Department - (256) 760-5800

Hours:
Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

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