Lauderdale County Affidavit of Heirship Form

Lauderdale County Affidavit of Heirship Form

Lauderdale County Affidavit of Heirship Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 10/27/2025
Lauderdale County Affidavit of Heirship Guide

Lauderdale County Affidavit of Heirship Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 7/28/2025
Lauderdale County Completed Example of a Affidavit of Heirship Document

Lauderdale County Completed Example of a Affidavit of Heirship Document

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Document Last Validated 10/22/2025

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Important: Your property must be located in Lauderdale County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Lauderdale County Register of Deeds
Address:
100 Court Square
Ripley, Tennessee 38063

Hours: 8:30 to 4:00 M-F

Phone: (731) 635-2171

Recording Tips for Lauderdale County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible

Cities and Jurisdictions in Lauderdale County

Properties in any of these areas use Lauderdale County forms:

  • Gates
  • Halls
  • Henning
  • Ripley

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Lauderdale County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Lauderdale County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Lauderdale County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Lauderdale County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Lauderdale County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Lauderdale County?

Recording fees in Lauderdale County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (731) 635-2171 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

The affidavit of heirship, sometimes called an affidavit of inheritance, is a statutory form under T.C.A. 30-2-712.

An affidavit of heirship, when recorded, gives notice of a change in title following the death of a real property owner. It is typically recorded when the decedent has died intestate, or without a last will and testament. The affidavit names the decedent and the heirs who, by operation of law, are the current owners of the property.

The affiant, or person making the sworn statements contained in the affidavit, is anyone having knowledge of the facts contained within. A standard affidavit of heirship contains the legal description and map parcel number of the realty and lists the heirs by name, address, and relation to the decedent.

In addition, if not followed by a recorded deed from one or all heirs, the affidavit requires the tax bill address for tax statements on the property and a prior title reference stating the type of document and book, page, and recording date of the instrument granting title to the decedent.

This is a general affidavit of heirship. Your situation may require more specific information. Consult a lawyer when preparing the affidavit to ensure all necessary information is included and to understand the legal implications of the document.

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Important: Your property must be located in Lauderdale County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Affidavit of Heirship meets all recording requirements specific to Lauderdale County.

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