Notice to creditors regarding the estate of Stephen T. Hess.
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- Published
- Category
- Foreclosure
- City
- Tampa
- Case #
- 26-CP-000539
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
File Claims Promptly
File any claims against the estate by June 13, 2026, to avoid being barred.
- 2
Contact the Attorney
Reach out to Debra A. Faulkner at (727) 939-4900 for assistance.
- 3
Review Publication Dates
Keep track of the publication dates to ensure timely filing of claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case number for the probate of Stephen T. Hess?
- The case number is 26-CP-000539.
- Where is the probate court located?
- The probate court is located at 800 East Twiggs Street, Tampa, FL 33602.
- What is the deadline to file claims against the estate?
- Claims must be filed within 3 months after the first publication or 30 days after service.
- Who are the personal representatives of the estate?
- The personal representatives are Michael A. Hess and Carmen Sordo-Gordon.
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Full Notice Text
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 26-CP-000539 Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF STEPHEN T. HESS Deceased. The administration of the estate of Stephen T. Hess, deceased, whose date of death was February 6, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Hillsborough County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 800 East Twiggs Street, Tampa, FL 33602. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representatives attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedents death by the decedent or the decedents surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in sections 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under section 732.2211, Florida Statutes. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is March 13, 2026. Co-Personal Representatives: Michael A. Hess Carmen Sordo-Gordon Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Debra A. Faulkner Debra A. Faulkner, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 94212 The Faulkner Firm, P.A. 4056 Tampa Road Oldsmar, FL 34677 Telephone: (727) 939-4900 E-Mail: debbie@thefaulknerfirm.com Secondary E-Mail: probate@thefaulknerfirm.com March 13, 20, 2026 26-00858H
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