About Publication of Notice
This form is a notice directing a newspaper to publish a notice to interested persons about an application to relieve an estate from administration, with a proof of publication on the reverse.
When you'd use it: The form states it is for use when only one estate is included in the notice, directing publication to persons interested in a deceased person's estate.
Where to get the official form
The official version of Publication of Notice is published as a PDF by the Ohio courts. We checked this link and it resolved to a form on an official court or government website — always download the current version directly from the source rather than a third-party copy:
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Source: supremecourt.ohio.gov
Link last checked: November 5, 2026
How to file Publication of Notice in Ohio
- Step 1 — Confirm you have the correct formUse Publication of Notice (Form 5.4) when the form states it is for use when only one estate is included in the notice, directing publication to persons interested in a deceased person's estate. Double-check it's the right form for your situation — Ohio probate forms are revised periodically, so verify the name and number against your court's current form list before you start.
- Step 2 — Complete every required fieldFill out Publication of Notice carefully and review it for errors before filing. Probate cases can already take months — a small mistake on the form can set your timeline back further.
- Step 3 — Get it notarized or witnessed if requiredSome probate forms must be signed in front of a notary or witnesses. Check the instructions on the form itself, and arrange notarization before you file if it's required.
- Step 4 — File it with the correct courtSubmit Publication of Notice to the probate court or county clerk handling the estate — usually in the Ohio county where the deceased lived. Ask the clerk how they prefer to receive filings (in person, by mail, or e-filing).