What is the deadline to file a claim against Herbert T. Smith's estate?

Claims must be presented within three months from the first publication date, May 6, 2026.

Where do I submit a claim for this estate?

Submit a duly verified claim to the distributee, Shelley Cassidy, c/o attorney Laura K. Cassidy at 1973 Hwy 344, Waldo, AR 71770.

What happens if I miss the three-month deadline?

You will be forever barred and precluded from receiving any benefit from the estate.

Probate — 2642 N Dudney Rd., Magnolia, AR (52PR-26-58)

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Notice that an affidavit to collect a small estate for Herbert T. Smith was filed; creditors must present verified claims within three months of first publication (May 6, 2026) or be barred from benefiting from the estate.

Key Takeaways

Affidavit for small estate filed April 30, 2026
Deadline to file claims: three months from May 6, 2026
Claims must be duly verified and presented to the distributee
Failure to file bars claimants from estate benefits

Deadline · Claims Deadline

August 6, 2026

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Published

May 13, 2026 · 6 days ago

What to do next

1
Prepare a duly verified claim
Gather documentation and prepare a sworn claim verifying the amount owed before the three-month deadline from May 6, 2026.
2
Submit claim to distributee/attorney
Mail or deliver the verified claim to Shelley Cassidy in care of Laura K. Cassidy, Esq., 1973 Hwy 344, Waldo, AR 71770.
3
Consult an attorney if unsure
Contact an estate or probate attorney promptly to ensure your claim is properly verified and timely filed before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to file a claim against Herbert T. Smith's estate?: Claims must be presented within three months from the first publication date, May 6, 2026.
Where do I submit a claim for this estate?: Submit a duly verified claim to the distributee, Shelley Cassidy, c/o attorney Laura K. Cassidy at 1973 Hwy 344, Waldo, AR 71770.
What happens if I miss the three-month deadline?: You will be forever barred and precluded from receiving any benefit from the estate.

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Legal terms in this notice

Affidavit for Collection of Small Estate by Distributee: A sworn statement allowing a distributee to collect estate assets without full probate when the estate is small.
Distributee: A person entitled to receive property from the decedent's estate.
Duly verified: Supported by a sworn statement or affidavit confirming the claim's truth.

Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF OUACHITA COUNTY, ARKANSAS
PROBATE DIVISION

NO. 52PR-26-58

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HERBERT T. SMITH, deceased 

NOTICE

Last known address of decedent: 2642 N Dudney Rd. Magnolia, AR 71753 Date of Death: June 30, 2025

An Affidavit for Collection of Small Estate by Distributee was filed on the 30th day of April, 2026.

All persons having claims against the estate must exhibit them, duly verified, to the undersigned within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or they shall be forever barred and precluded from any benefit in the estate.

This notice first published on the 6th day of May, 2026.

SHELLEY CASSIDY, DISTRIBUTEE

c/o Laura K. Cassidy, Esq.
Attorney for the Estate
1973 Hwy 344
Waldo, AR 71770

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