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Overview

The Surrogate's Court hears cases relating to individuals who have passed away, including disagreements about wills and the proper way to manage or divide the estate (total assets and liabilities). Surrogate's courts are also authorized to handle adoptions.

Location

Onondaga County Courthouse

401 Montgomery Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
United States

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Office Hours:
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
(Closed State & Federal holidays)

Public bus service (Centro) is available.

Administration

Chief Clerk IV
Karen R. DeMartino

Deputy Chief Clerk IV
Robbie Conaway

Surrogate's Court Judge

Hon. Mary Keib Smith
Phone: 315-671-2098
Fax: 315-671-1162