Probate — Opelika (2026-231)
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The Probate Court of Lee County appointed Carolyn Claudette Kirkland as executrix for the estate of James C. Chadwick on April 27, 2026. Creditors must present claims within the legal time limit or their claims will be barred.
Key Takeaways
- Executrix appointed April 27, 2026
- Estate of James C. Chadwick (aka James Chatman Chadwick)
- Creditors must file claims within time allowed by law
- Claims not timely presented will be barred
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If creditors fail to present claims within the time allowed by law, their claims against the estate will be legally barred; no specific deadline date is listed in the notice.
What to do next
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Prepare and file creditor claim
Creditors should assemble documentation and submit their claims to the Lee County Probate Court or the executrix promptly, referencing Case No. 2026-231.
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Contact the executrix or attorney
Reach out to Executrix Carolyn Claudette Kirkland or attorney F. Patrick Loftin for claim submission details.
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Consult an attorney if unsure
If you are unsure about your claim or deadline, consult a probate attorney immediately to protect rights.
Frequently asked questions
- Who was appointed to administer James C. Chadwick's estate?
- Carolyn Claudette Kirkland was appointed executrix on April 27, 2026.
- What should a creditor do after this notice?
- Present their claim to the estate within the time allowed by law to avoid it being barred.
- Where was this appointment made?
- In the Probate Court of Lee County, Alabama, before Judge Jere Colley.
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Legal terms in this notice
- Letters of Testamentary
- Court-issued authority allowing the executor to administer the deceased's estate.
- Executrix
- A female executor appointed to manage and distribute the deceased's estate.
- Barred
- Prevented from making a legal claim because a required deadline was missed.
Full Notice Text
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENTIN THE PROBATE COURT OF LEE COUNTY, ALABAMARE: In the Matter of the Estate of James C. Chadwick, a/k/a James Chatman Chadwick, Deceased.Case No. 2026-231Letters of Testamentary of said deceased having been granted to Carolyn Claudette Kirkland on the 27th day of April, 2026, by the Hon. Jere Colley, Judge ofProbate of Lee County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within timeallowed by law or the same will be barred./s/ F. Patrick Loftin,Attorney for ExecutrixThe VillagerMay 7, May 14, May 21, 2026