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May 8, 2026 Probate: Gadsden, AL | Alabama | NoticeRegistry

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Probate — Gadsden (2026-230)

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A petition for guardianship, conservatorship, and protective placement/services was filed for Cecil McGatha, alleged incapacitated. A probate hearing is scheduled for May 18, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.; interested parties may appear to support or contest the petition.

Key Takeaways

Hearing set for May 18, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
Petition seeks guardianship/conservatorship/protective placement
Notice directed to Jimmy Dale McGatha and unknown family
You may appear to support or contest the petition

Published: May 8, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Gadsden
Case #: 2026-230

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If you don't respond

If you do not appear at the May 18, 2026 hearing, the court may grant the petition and appoint a guardian or conservator without your input.

What to do next

1
Attend the hearing
Appear in Etowah County Probate Court on May 18, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. to support or contest the petition.
2
Contact the Probate Judge's office
Call or visit the Etowah County Probate Judge's office (Judge Scott W. Hassell) before the hearing for filing or procedure questions.
3
Gather documentation
Bring any medical, financial, or relationship documents relevant to Cecil McGatha's capacity to present at the hearing.

Frequently asked questions

Who must attend the probate hearing for Cecil McGatha?: Named parties like Jimmy Dale McGatha and any interested family members may attend to support or contest the petition.
What happens at the May 18, 2026 hearing?: The judge will consider evidence and decide whether to appoint a guardian or conservator or order protective placement.
Can I contest the petition if I disagree?: Yes; you may appear at the scheduled hearing to present objections or evidence opposing the petition.

The suggestions and answers above are AI-generated for general information only. They can be wrong, and we don't take responsibility for their accuracy. Talk to a qualified professional before acting on them.

Legal terms in this notice

Guardianship: Court appointment to make personal and care decisions for an incapacitated person.
Conservatorship: Court appointment to manage the financial affairs of an incapacitated person.
Protective placement: A court-ordered placement in a supervised facility for safety and care of an incapacitated person.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF HEARING IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF: CECIL MCGATHA, ALLEGED INCAPACITATED Case #: 2026-230 TO: Jimmy Dale McGatha and any unknown family, whose whereabouts are unknown Please take notice that a PETITION FOR LETTERS OF GUARDIANSHIP, CONSERVATORSHIP, PROTECTIVE PLACEMENT AND/OR SERVICES of the above referenced incapacitated indi-vidual was filed in the Office of the Judge of Probate, and further, that the 18 day of MAY 202 1:30 P.m. was appointed a day and time for hearing on said Petition, thereof at which time you may appear and support and/or contest the Petition, if you so choose. DONE THIS THE 16th DAY OF APRIL 2026.Scott W. HassellPROBATE JUDGE April 24, May 1 and 8, 2026

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