The Register of Wills is open by appointment only. Please call (302) 855-7875 to schedule your appointment. We are only able to accept drop offs between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., as the building locks at 4:00 p.m.
The Register of Wills office is responsible for the efficient administration of all estates being probated in Sussex County. The Register of Wills grants authority to personal representatives to administer estates and is responsible for making sure that those administrations are carried out in compliance with Delaware Law.
| Contact Information | |
| Register of Wills | Ellen Magee |
| Chief Deputy | Kristine Vavala |
| Deputy | Patty Bodenweiser |
| Address | Sussex County Courthouse Annex 5 E. Pine St., P.O. Box 743 Georgetown, DE 19947 |
| Phone | (302) 855-7875 |
| Fax | (302) 853-5871 |
| Office Hours | Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Open by appointment only We will accept drop offs between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. |
| Contact Register of Wills Office | |
| Estate Searches cannot be performed by emailing the office. Please use the Estate Search Request Form. | |