Who is the personal representative of this estate?

Julia Hamilton Vaughn is named as the personal representative for the estate.

How do I present a claim against the estate?

Present your claim in writing to the personal representative or the estate attorney listed, with supporting documentation.

What happens if I miss the deadline to file a claim?

If you fail to present your claim within the time allowed by law, your claim will be barred and you likely cannot recover the debt.

Probate — 2105 Old Montgomery Hwy, Pelham, AL (PR-2026-001112)

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The Probate Court of Shelby County granted Letters Testamentary for the estate of Julia Hamilton Lee on May 4, 2026. Creditors must present claims against the estate within the time allowed by law or those claims will be barred.

Key Takeaways

Letters Testamentary granted May 4, 2026
Creditors must present claims or be barred
Personal representative: Julia Hamilton Vaughn
Attorney contact: Charles C. Dawson Jr., Pelham

Published: May 10, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Pelham
Address: 2105 Old Montgomery Hwy, Pelham, AL

Case #

PR-2026-001112

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If you don't respond

If creditors do not present their claims within the time allowed by law, their claims will be barred; the notice was published May 10, 17 and 24, 2026.

What to do next

1
Contact the estate attorney
Call Charles C. Dawson Jr. at (205) 516-3132 or write to 2105 Old Montgomery Hwy, Suite 206, Pelham, AL 35124 to discuss presenting a claim.
2
Prepare and submit your claim
Gather documentation of the debt and submit your written claim to the personal representative or attorney promptly, noting the notice publication dates May 10–24, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the personal representative of this estate?: Julia Hamilton Vaughn is named as the personal representative for the estate.
How do I present a claim against the estate?: Present your claim in writing to the personal representative or the estate attorney listed, with supporting documentation.
What happens if I miss the deadline to file a claim?: If you fail to present your claim within the time allowed by law, your claim will be barred and you likely cannot recover the debt.

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Legal terms in this notice

Letters Testamentary: Court document authorizing a personal representative to manage and distribute the deceased's estate.
Personal Representative: Person appointed to handle estate administration, pay debts, and distribute assets.

Full Notice Text

PUBLIC NOTICE

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF SHELBY COUNTY, ALABAMA 
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JULIA HAMILTON LEE, deceased 
CASE NO. PR-2026-001112 
NOTICE TO CREDITORS 

Letters of Testamentary of said deceased having been granted to the undersigned on the 4th day of May, 2026, by the Hon. ALLISON S. BOYD, Judge of the Probate Court of Shelby County, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate are hereby required to present the same within the time allowed by law or the same will be barred. 
JULIA HAMILTON VAUGHN, the Personal Representative(s) of the estate of JULIA HAMILTON LEE, deceased 
Case No. PR-2026-001112 

/s/Allison S. Boyd 
ALLISON S. BOYD 
JUDGE OF PROBATE 
Attorney 
CHARLES C. DAWSON JR, ESQ. 
2105 OLD MONTGOMERY HWY 
SUITE 206 
PELHAM, AL 35124 
(205) 516-3132 

Shelby County Reporter: 
May 10, 17 and 24, 2026
EST/LEE, J.

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