Probate court, also known as surrogate court, is a legal institution that deals with matters of the deceased person's estate. It is responsible for overseeing the distribution of property, assets, and debts left by the deceased person. In some countries, it may also be referred to as the Orphan's court or Chancery court. The primary focus of the probate court is to ensure the proper management of the estate's assets. Probate courts may also be called inheritance courts, wills courts, or succession courts. Ultimately, regardless of the name, the main function of the probate court is to ensure that the probate proceedings are carried out in a fair and transparent manner.