What is the date and time of the hearing on the guardianship petition?

The hearing is scheduled for June 8, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. in the Etowah County Probate Court.

Who was notified about this petition?

Nicholas St. Amour Hicks, John St. Amour Hicks and any unknown family members whose whereabouts are unknown were notified.

What happens if I want to contest the petition?

You should appear at the June 8, 2026 hearing to present evidence or objections to the court.

Probate — Gadsden (2026-250)

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A petition seeking appointment of a guardian, conservator, and/or protective placement for Mark Hicks (alleged incapacitated) was filed in Etowah County Probate Court. A hearing is set for June 8, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.; interested parties may appear to support or contest the petition.

Key Takeaways

Hearing on guardianship set for June 8, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
Petition requests guardianship, conservatorship, protective placement or services
Named relatives (Nicholas and John St. Amour Hicks) and unknown family notified
You may appear to support or contest the petition

Published: May 8, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Gadsden
Case #: 2026-250

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If you don't respond

If you do not appear at the June 8, 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 June 8, 2026 at 1:00 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 before the hearing date for location or filing requirements (refer to case #2026-250).
3
Consult an attorney
If you plan to contest or have legal questions, consult a probate attorney promptly to prepare for the June 8, 2026 hearing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the date and time of the hearing on the guardianship petition?: The hearing is scheduled for June 8, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. in the Etowah County Probate Court.
Who was notified about this petition?: Nicholas St. Amour Hicks, John St. Amour Hicks and any unknown family members whose whereabouts are unknown were notified.
What happens if I want to contest the petition?: You should appear at the June 8, 2026 hearing to present evidence or objections to the court.

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Legal terms in this notice

guardian: Person appointed to make personal and care decisions for an incapacitated adult.
conservator: Person appointed to manage the finances and property of an incapacitated adult.
protective placement: Court-ordered placement in a care facility for safety and supervision of an incapacitated person.
petition for letters: Formal request asking the court to issue legal authority (letters) to a guardian or conservator.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF HEARING IN THE PROBATE COURT OF ETOWAH COUNTY, ALABAMA IN THE MATTER OF: MARK HICKS, ALLEGED INCAPACITATED Case #: 2026-250 TO: Nicholas St. Amour Hicks, John St. Amour Hicks 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 8th day of JUNE 2026 at 1:00 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 20TH DAY OF APRIL 2026 Scott Hassell PROBATE JUDGE April 24, May 1 and 8, 2026

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May 8, 2026ProbateGadsden

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May 8, 2026ProbateGadsden

Probate — Gadsden (2026-250)

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Related Notices

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.

The Etowah County Probate Court appointed Rachael Floto as personal representative for the estate of Steven M. Floto on March 26, 2026; anyone with claims must file them within six months or lose the right to be paid. The notice was published May 1, 8, and 15, 2026.

A personal representative, Davis Bailey, was appointed for the estate of William B. Hardy on April 2, 2026; anyone with claims against the estate must file them within six months or lose the right to be paid. The notice was published May 1, 8, and 15, 2026.

A status hearing has been set in Etowah County Probate Court regarding the incapacitated person Daisy Dobbins. Interested parties may appear on June 15, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. to support or contest the petition.

The Etowah County Probate Court set a status hearing on June 15, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. regarding Mary Butts, who has been declared incapacitated; interested parties may appear to support or contest the petition.

The Probate Court of Etowah County set a status hearing on June 15, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. regarding Mary Butts, who has been declared incapacitated; interested parties may appear to support or contest the petition.

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