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The Probate Division of Superior Court is the Vermont court that handles a variety of family law matters. This is often called “probate court.”  

Learn more about these probate court topics:

  • Deciding how your property will be distributed at death
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    • Probate Court (Estates, Wills, Guardianships and More)
      • Deciding How Your Property Will Be Distributed at Death
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