Berrien County Register of Deeds

Lori D. Jarvis, Register of Deeds Berrien County Administration Center 701 Main Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085 Phone: 269-983-7111 ext. 8562 Fax: 269-982-8659 Email: Register of Deeds Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Except Holidays) Map & Driving Directions

The Register of Deeds is an elected official whose term of office is four years. The duties of the Register of Deeds are prescribed by state law. The office is the official recording and filing office for all legal documents affecting real and personal property. The Register of Deeds is also Chairman of the County Plat Board, which reviews and gives final approval to all subdivisions in the County.