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Register of Wills · Montgomery County · 2026 Primary
The Register of Wills oversees the legal process of settling a person's estate after they pass away, ensuring assets are distributed correctly to heirs and beneficiaries according to the law. This office is responsible for maintaining permanent records of wills and probate documents while also collecting inheritance taxes on behalf of the state. By managing these sensitive transitions, the official ensures the orderly and transparent transfer of property within the community.
View all candidates in this raceDolores Reyes is a Silver Spring resident and member of the Montgomery County Republican Central Committee running for Register of Wills in Montgomery County. She filed her candidacy on February 6, 2026, as the sole Republican candidate against three Democrats in the June primary election. The Office of the Register of Wills is located in the county's Circuit Court in Rockville and handles probate services including appointing personal representatives to administer decedents' estates and overseeing proper administration of these proceedings. Reyes represents the 18th legislative district on the central committee. She became the latest candidate after the position was left vacant following the August death of former register Joe Griffin, who had served for nearly 26 years.
Sources: Campaign website
Dolores Reyes is a dedicated public servant committed to bringing efficiency, transparency, and compassion to the Montgomery County Register of Wills office.
Ensure an Efficient Probate Process Streamline estate administration to reduce delays and make probate faster, simpler, and less stressful for families during difficult times.
Promote Transparency & Accessibility Modernize the office with clear communication, easy-to-use online tools, and open access to information so residents understand the process at every step.
Support Community Education Provide workshops, guides, and outreach to help residents understand wills, estates, and planning ahead to protect their families.
Deliver Compassionate Public Service Ensure every interaction is handled with professionalism, empathy, and respect, recognizing that families are often navigating loss while dealing with the office.
Source: doloresreyes.com
Probate Process Efficiency
Streamline estate administration to reduce delays and make probate faster, simpler, and less stressful for families during difficult times
“Ensure an Efficient Probate Process Streamline estate administration to reduce delays and make probate faster, simpler, and less stressful for families during difficult times”
Transparency & Accessibility
Modernize the office with clear communication, easy-to-use online tools, and open access to information so residents understand the process at every step
“Promote Transparency & Accessibility Modernize the office with clear communication, easy-to-use online tools, and open access to information so residents understand the process at every step”
Community Education
Provide workshops, guides, and outreach to help residents understand wills, estates, and planning ahead to protect their families
“Support Community Education Provide workshops, guides, and outreach to help residents understand wills, estates, and planning ahead to protect their families”
Compassionate Public Service
Ensure every interaction is handled with professionalism, empathy, and respect, recognizing that families are often navigating loss while dealing with the office
“Deliver Compassionate Public Service Ensure every interaction is handled with professionalism, empathy, and respect, recognizing that families are often navigating loss while dealing with the office”
According to Bethesda Magazine, Dolores Reyes is a Silver Spring resident who represents the 18th legislative district on the Montgomery County Republican Central Committee. She became the only Republican candidate to join the race for Register of Wills with her February 6 candidacy filing with the state elections board. The article notes that three Democrats are also vying for the post in the June primary election.
“Dolores Reyes is a dedicated public servant committed to bringing efficiency, transparency, and compassion to the Montgomery County Register of Wills office”
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