The Medina County Courthouse will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026 for President's Day

Probate Court

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What Does Probate Court Handle?

Probate Court handles all the following types of matters:
  • Administration of the estate of a decedent who was a legal resident
  • Deposits of wills
  • Issuance of marriage licenses
  • Name changes and adoptions
  • Guardianships of minors or incompetent adult proceedings
  • Involuntary commitment of the mentally ill
  • Birth corrections & registrations
  • Trusts
  • Conservatorships

Probate Brochures

Adoptions

Ohio Statue of Descent and Distribution

Family Tree

Guardianship Training Program

Guardianships and Alternatives

Volunteer Guardianship Program

Outside Mediators

Crime Victims: Know Your Rights

Judge Kevin Dunn

Judge Kevin Dunn

Judge Kevin W. Dunn has been presiding over the Medina County Court of Common Pleas Probate and Juvenile Divisions since August 2013 upon being appointed by Governor John Kasich. The Judge was elected by Medina County voters to continue his duties in the position and began his six-year term February 2015.

Contact Medina County Probate Court

Call

330-725-9703

Visit

225 E. Washington St, 4th Floor
Medina, OH 44256

Fax

330-725-9119

Please note that the Medina County Probate and Juvenile Court is prohibited by law from providing legal advice. Please submit case filings and other case-related correspondence in-person at the address below. If you would like to consult an attorney, please call the Medina County Bar Association at 330-725-9794 or call the Community Legal Aid at 800-998-9454. You can also visit the Ohio Supreme Court website for a list of resources.

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