Notice to creditors regarding the estate of Thomas H. Kersey.
Official Courthouse Record · AI-summarized for clarity
Deadline detected: Claims Deadline — 2026-07-02
2 upcoming dates on this notice. Pro users tracking probate like this were alerted the second it filed. Never miss a deadline →
- Published
- Category
- Probate
- City
- Jacksonville
- Case #
- 16-2026-CP-000434
View full case dossier
See all filings for case 16-2026-CP-000434 with AI case status analysis.
What You Should Do Next
- 1
Review the notice
Read the notice carefully to understand your rights and obligations regarding claims.
- 2
File your claim
Ensure your claim is filed with the court by the deadline of July 2, 2026.
- 3
Contact the attorney
Reach out to Christopher J. Leddy, Jr. at (904) 355-7000 for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a notice to creditors?
- A notice to creditors informs them of the decedent's estate administration and filing claims.
- How long do I have to file a claim?
- You must file claims within 3 months after the first publication or 30 days after service.
- What happens if I miss the deadline?
- Claims not filed within the specified time will be forever barred.
The above suggestions and answers are AI-generated for informational purposes only. They may contain errors. NoticeRegistry assumes no responsibility for their accuracy. Consult a qualified professional before taking action.
Full Notice Text
Probate IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, FOURTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR DUVAL COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 16-2026-CP-000434 DIVISION: PR-A IN RE: ESTATE OF THOMAS H. KERSEY A/K/A THOMAS HARDY KERSEY, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Thomas H. Kersey a/k/a Thomas Hardy Kersey, deceased, whose date of death was September 29, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Duval County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 501 West Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202. 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 ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 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 PERIOD 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 April 2, 2026. /s/ Michael James Kersey PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE MICHAEL JAMES KERSEY 261 Okee Club Court Folkston, GA 31537 /s/ Christopher J. Leddy, Jr. HEEKIN LAW P.A. Christopher J. Leddy, Jr., Esq. Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No.: 1022875 7220 Financial Way, Jacksonville, FL 32256 Telephone: (904) 355-7000 Primary Email: Chris@heekinlaw.com Secondary: Makayla@heekinlaw.com Apr. 2/9 (26-01785D)