Notice to creditors regarding the estate of James T. McElrath Sr.
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- Published
- Category
- Probate
- City
- Cape Coral
- Case #
- 25-CP-3923
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
File Your Claim
Submit your claim to the court by July 22, 2026, if applicable.
- 2
Contact the Attorney
Reach out to Scott Kuhn at (239) 333-4529 for assistance.
- 3
Review the Notice
Carefully read the notice for specific instructions and requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the deadline to file a claim?
- Claims must be filed within 3 months after the first publication or 30 days after service.
- Who is the personal representative?
- The personal representative is Tracy L. McElrath.
- Where is the probate court located?
- The probate court is located at 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901.
- What happens if I miss the filing deadline?
- Claims not filed within the specified time will be forever barred.
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Full Notice Text
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LEE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 25-CP-3923 IN RE: ESTATE OF JAMES T. MCELRATH SR. Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of James T. McElrath Sr., deceased, whose date of death was November 22, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lee County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1700 Monroe Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's 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 decedent's 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 decedent's death by the decedent or the decedent's surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. 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 DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is April 22, 2026. Attorney for Personal Representative: s/ Scott Kuhn Scott Kuhn, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 555436 6720 Winkler Road Fort Myers, FL 33919 Telephone: (239) 333-4529 Fax: (239) 333-4531 E-Mail: pleadings@kuhnlegal.com Personal Representative: /s/ Tracy L. McElrath Tracy L. McElrath 8342 Sumner Ave. Fort Myers, Florida 33908 April 22, 29, 2026 LC1280