Hartford Probate District
The Hartford Probate Court serves the City of Hartford, Connecticut’s state capital. It is District No. 1 in Connecticut’s 54-district probate court system.
Court Information
| Judge | Foye A. Smith |
| Chief Clerk | Monica Gonzalez |
| Address | 250 Constitution Plaza, 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT 06103-2814 |
| Phone | (860) 757-9150 |
| Fax | (860) 724-1503 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
Towns Served
The Hartford Probate District serves one municipality:
- Hartford
Neighboring towns such as West Hartford, East Hartford, and Wethersfield are served by separate probate districts. Use the CT Probate Court District Finder to confirm the correct court for your matter.
About This District
Hartford is Connecticut’s capital city, with a population of approximately 121,000. As the center of state government and the historic hub of the insurance industry, the city generates a diverse probate docket. The Hartford Probate Court is among the busiest in the state.
The court handles a wide range of estate administrations, from small estate affidavits under CGS Section 45a-273 to large, complex proceedings. Conservatorship petitions and guardianship of minor matters make up a significant portion of the caseload. The court also regularly hears commitment proceedings and other specialized matters within probate jurisdiction.
Contested children’s matters arising in the Hartford district are transferred to the Hartford Regional Children’s Probate Court (District No. 60), located at 50 Chapman Place, Suite 109, East Hartford.
The court occupies the 3rd floor of 250 Constitution Plaza in downtown Hartford, accessible by public transit and with nearby parking options.
How to File
Electronic Filing
The Hartford Probate Court accepts electronic filings through the CT Probate Court eFiling system. Petitions, motions, inventories, accounts, and most supporting documents can be filed online at any time.
Paper Filing
Paper filings are accepted in person during court hours or by mail:
Hartford Probate Court 250 Constitution Plaza, 3rd Floor Hartford, CT 06103-2814
Original wills must be submitted in physical form. Checks should be made payable to “Hartford Probate Court.”
Filing Fees
Estate fees are based on the gross estate value per CGS Section 45a-107. The standard non-estate filing fee is $250 under CGS Section 45a-106a. For the complete fee schedule, including all tiers and miscellaneous fees, see our fee guide.
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Connect with an Attorney in Hartford
If you need legal assistance with a probate matter in the Hartford Probate District, consider consulting with an attorney who practices in the Hartford area. Whether you are administering an estate, seeking conservatorship, or navigating a guardianship petition, experienced probate counsel familiar with this court can help.
Connect with a Connecticut probate attorney for a referral to a lawyer who handles matters in this district.