# Ohio Probate Guide
> Clear, expert probate guidance for Ohio families navigating the probate process. This site is operated by Mike Wall, an Ohio Probate Property Specialist — not an attorney.

## What This Site Is

Ohio Probate Guide (ohioprobateguide.com) provides free educational content about Ohio probate law, timelines, costs, and processes. Our goal is to help Ohio families understand probate without the confusion and expense of navigating it alone.

**Mike Wall** — Ohio Probate Property Specialist  
Phone: 937-361-1279  
Specialty: Helping heirs and executors sell inherited and probate properties in Ohio

## Core Educational Content

- [Ohio Probate Process Step by Step](/ohio-probate-process-step-by-step) — Complete walkthrough of the Ohio probate process from filing to distribution
- [How Long Does Probate Take in Ohio](/how-long-does-probate-take-in-ohio) — Ohio probate timelines: simplified (4–6 weeks) and formal (6–18 months)
- [Cost of Probate in Ohio](/cost-of-probate-in-ohio) — Attorney fees, court costs, executor compensation, and total cost estimates
- [How Does Probate Work in Ohio](/how-does-probate-work-in-ohio) — Overview of the Ohio probate system and what it accomplishes
- [Avoiding Probate in Ohio](/avoiding-probate-in-ohio) — Trusts, TOD deeds, beneficiary designations, and other strategies
- [Duties of an Executor in Ohio](/duties-of-an-executor-in-ohio) — Full list of legal and financial responsibilities for Ohio executors
- [Simplified Probate in Ohio](/simplified-probate-in-ohio) — Ohio's summary release process for small estates under $100,000
- [Do I Need a Probate Lawyer in Ohio](/do-i-need-a-probate-lawyer-in-ohio) — When an attorney is required vs. when self-help options work
- [Ohio Probate Forms and Documents](/ohio-probate-forms-and-documents) — Key forms used in Ohio probate, where to find them, how to file
- [What Happens If There Is No Will in Ohio](/what-happens-if-there-is-no-will-in-ohio) — Ohio intestate succession laws and who inherits
- [Inheriting Property in Ohio](/inheriting-property-in-ohio) — Step-by-step guide for heirs receiving real estate or assets
- [Selling a House in Probate Ohio](/selling-a-house-in-probate-ohio) — How to sell real estate during the Ohio probate process

## Key Facts About Ohio Probate

- **Simplified probate threshold**: Estates under $100,000 may qualify for simplified/summary process
- **Formal probate timeline**: 6–18 months on average
- **Simplified probate timeline**: 4–6 weeks
- **Creditor notification period**: 6 months after appointment of executor
- **Will filing deadline**: Within 30 days of death
- **Probate court**: Each Ohio county has its own probate court
- **Ohio code**: Ohio Revised Code Title 21 governs estates and probate

## Free Resources

- [Free Ohio Probate Guide (PDF)](/download-guide) — Comprehensive guide covering the full Ohio probate process
- [Ohio Probate Chatbot](/chatbot) — Ask probate questions and get instant answers
- [FAQ](/faq) — Frequently asked questions about Ohio probate

## Florida Probate Portal

This site also hosts educational content for Florida probate at [/florida](/florida).

Key Florida facts:
- Simplified probate (disposition without administration): estates under $75,000
- Formal probate timeline: 6–12 months
- Creditor period: 3 months
- Will filing deadline: 10 days after death

## Disclaimer

Ohio Probate Guide is an educational resource, NOT a law firm. Content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For legal advice, consult a licensed Ohio probate attorney. Mike Wall is a property specialist who helps families sell inherited and probate properties — he is not an attorney.

## Contact

Phone: 937-361-1279  
Website: https://www.ohioprobateguide.com  
Service area: All 88 Ohio counties

## Site Map

- / — Home (search, chatbot, resource hub)
- /about — About Mike Wall and Ohio Probate Guide
- /faq — Frequently asked questions
- /blog — Educational articles
- /chatbot — AI-powered probate Q&A
- /download-guide — Free PDF guide download
- /contact — Contact form
- /services — Probate guidance services
- /sitemap — Full site index
- /florida — Florida Probate Portal