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Our Mission

To serve the citizens of Tuscaloosa County and surrounding areas by providing excellent customer service to the citizens of the community and business organizations and entities while following the laws of Alabama.  

The Probate Judge is elected by the people of Tuscaloosa County and is recognized in a special category, because the Probate Judge has legal functions, as well as many political and administrative roles.  

The Code of Alabama 1975 and its supplements contain the general statutory provision affecting the Probate Office.  The State Legislature has passed many local acts and general acts affecting the Office of the Judge of Probate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Adults 19 and over may complete a Request to Change Name form online and file in the Probate Office. You must be a resident of Tuscaloosa County.  An Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)/FBI background check will be required on all name changes except marriage/divorce changes or minor corrections on birth certificates or other Alabama government IDs.

It is recommended that you consult with an attorney to determine if an estate needs to be opened, and if so, prepare the documents needed to file with the court. While filing requirements are the same, many cases may differ depending upon the nature of the case.

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Call 911 for emergency assistance if the person is actively suicidal, dangerous, or if it is a medical emergency. If it is not an emergency, take the person to your local mental health center or mental health hospital if he or she will go voluntarily. If the person refuses help, and you believe they are a danger to themselves or others, contact the Probate Judge’s Office, Sheriff’s Office, or a mental health center on how to initiate an involuntary commitment proceeding.

To become a Notary Public in Tuscaloosa County, you may click the link https://alpja.org/ to complete a notary application and complete the required training course.

Visit the Alabama Department of Public Health’s website to fill out the certificate of marriage and print.  Couples are to complete and sign before a notary public the Alabama Certificate of Marriage form, ADPH-HS50. Once the form is completed, it is to be brought to the Probate Office for recording within 30 days from the last date signed by either spouse. The Office of Probate Judge does not offer notary services for marriage certificates.  A ceremony is optional. Minimum age requirement is 16 years of age. Anyone under 18 years of age requires the consent of a parent or legal guardian. The cost of recording is $75.00. Cash or Visa/Mastercard. No Refunds.  To fill out the credit card authorization form, click here. 

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Meet Ward D. Robertson, III, Tuscaloosa's Probate Judge
Judge Ward D. “Rob” Robertson is the 16th Probate Judge of Tuscaloosa County and is currently in his 2nd term. In addition to his role as Probate Judge... [READ MORE]
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Meet Leigh Ann Fair, Tuscaloosa's Tax Assessor
Leigh Ann began working in the Tax Assessor’s Office in 2003 and served for 16 years before being elected Tax Assessor in 2018. In addition to overseeing the Tax Assessor’s Office, Leigh Ann is also a senior instructor for... [READ MORE]
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About Leigh Ann Fair

Leigh Ann Fair is a Tuscaloosa County native and grew up in Northport. She graduated from Tuscaloosa County High School and The University of Alabama. Leigh Ann resides in Ralph with her husband, Kevin and their two rescue pets.

Leigh Ann began working in the Tax Assessor’s Office in 2003 and served for 16 years before being elected Tax Assessor in 2018. In addition to overseeing the Tax Assessor’s Office, Leigh Ann is also a senior instructor for Auburn’s Government and Economic Development Institute. After receiving her Alabama Certified Appraiser certification, in 2010, she knew instructing would be a way to assist others in reaching their goals of being a certified business personal property appraiser. Leigh Ann continues to maintain a desire to learn and, in 2022, earned the designation of Alabama Certified Tax Administrator.

Professional/community involvements include being an active member of the Association of Alabama Tax Administrators, active member, past president, and Honorary Lifetime Member recipient, of the Alabama Association of Assessing Officials, 2021 Leadership Tuscaloosa Graduate, active member and past president of Kiwanis Club of Greater Tuscaloosa and active member, former hospitality chairperson at The Word Community Church.

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About Ward D. “Rob” Robertson, III

Judge Ward D. “Rob” Robertson is the 16th Probate Judge of Tuscaloosa County and is currently in his 2nd term.  In addition to his role as Probate Judge, he serves as Chairman of the County Commission overseeing the day-to-day operations of county government, including the 500+ employees and $169M budget. 

As Probate Judge, Judge Robertson handles many different court matters such as Guardians/Conservators, Wills and Administrations, Adoptions, Elections, and Mental Health – to name a few. Judge Robertson also oversees the Synergic Center project, a unique multi-faceted facility that is home to the new and expanded Law Enforcement Academy Tuscaloosa, a regional training center designed to support the next era of workforce and training, and a historical record digitizing operation. 

Judge Robertson grew up in Orlando, moved to Tuscaloosa in 1986, and is a two-time graduate of the University of Alabama School of Business earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration.

Prior to being elected, Judge Robertson served the county as Director of the Tuscaloosa County Emergency Management Agency. He has a background in both the public and private sector, including law enforcement, business management, disaster recovery, information systems, and logistics. He is also a veteran of the US Marine Corps. 

About Susan Jones

As the Tax Collector of Tuscaloosa County, I, Susan Jones and my staff would like to welcome you to the Tuscaloosa County website. We are here to serve the property owners and citizens of Tuscaloosa County. We are very proud of our county and feel that it is our people who make this a wonderful place to live. Thank you for visiting our website and allowing us to serve your needs as it relates to the Tax Collectors Office.

Our goal is to provide you with personalized service and to constantly improve and enhance this site to bring more services to you via the internet. Our office is dedicated to providing professional, efficient and convenient services to the taxpayers of Tuscaloosa County. Our office is responsible for collecting taxes based on each parcel’s assessment and disbursing it to the various agencies. This service is designed to offer you the following:

  • The ability to pay your taxes at your convenience at any time
  • The option to securely use a credit or debit card to pay your taxes
  • The ability to access tax related information for research or payment at any time
  • The convenience of paying your taxes from home, work or anywhere that you have access to the internet.