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Enjoy the Beauty of the Smoky Mountains As the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains, Sevier County offers something for everyone.  Our rich vistas open up to exciting recreation, eclectic shopping and quiet beauty. 

Come explore Sevier County and all we have to  
share.  We offer days of recreation and shopping.
Dance, Laugh, Sing, Eat, Have Fun With Us! As the birthplace of Dolly Parton, Sevier County has become home to Dollywood and many show venues to please every taste. 

Whether you clog to bluegrass, hip-hop to the new beat, rock hard to loud guitars, marvel to magicians, howl at comedians or just want a great meal, Sevier County will keep you entertained.

Sevier County provides all of these and more.
Fly With Eagles ! Sail through the air, splash down waterfalls, rocket down roller coasters, be your favorite NASCAR driver, survive the sinking of the Titanic or wander through an upside down mansion.

You will scream with excitement while visiting one of our many theme parks.

Family fun abounds in Sevier County.
Do You Have An Emergency Plan? Your family's safety depends on preparing for the unexpected.

Check out our Emergency Management Agency Preparedness section to help develop your plan.

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Home Government
Sevier County Clerk and Master PDF Print E-mail

Clerk and Master Carolyn P. McMahan was appointed in January 1983 with nineteen years experience as Deputy Clerk and Master.

Established by the Constitution of the State of Tennessee, the Chancery Court has original jurisdiction over certain other matters, as assigned to it by the legislature, some of them exclusively, others concurrently with the Circuit Court. The Chancery Court collects and distributes child support, collects delinquent property taxes for the county and administers conservatorships and investment of litigant funds paid into the court's registry. The Clerk and Master is the principal administrative aide to the Chancery Court, providing assistance in the areas of courtroom administration and records management, docket maintenance, revenue management, maintenance of court minutes, official communication, and various other court-associated duties. The Clerk and Master is appointed by the Chancellor for a six-year term pursuant to the state constitution.

The Clerk and Master files civil matters in Chancery Court, collects delinquent taxes and handles auctions to recover delinquent property taxes.

Tax Sale Notice

Click here for a copy of the 4th judicial district Local Rules of Practice.

Click here for a copy of a delinquent tax sale announcement form.

Click here for a schedule of  fees and court costs.

Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Contact Information:

Sevier County Clerk and Master
P.O. Box 4426
Sevierville, TN 37864-4426

 

Street Address:

125 Court Avenue, Suite 108 W
Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone: (865) 453- 4654
Fax: (865) 453-8763

How to obtain a trial date?
Cases are set at Docket Sounding in June and November.

How much are filing fees?
Please see the section on filing fees. If you require more information, feel free to give us a call.

How many copies do we need?
Original and (1) one copy per defendant and your file copy with a self addressed, stamped envelope.

How can I obtain information about tax sales?
Please see the Delinquent Tax Sale announcement here.

How can I speak to the Chancellor or obtain legal advice?
The Chancellor is prohibited from speaking with anyone outside the courtroom concerning legal matters. You must consult an attorney for legal advice.

How can I obtain a copy of my divorce decree?
By calling our office, we will be glad to mail you a certified copy of your divorce decree. Please be prepared to give us names and approximate date of divorce. The cost of the copy is $0.50 per page, plus $5 per certification.