Notice to creditors regarding the estate of John J. McGovern.
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Deadline detected: Claims Deadline — 2026-07-16
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- Published
- Category
- Probate
- City
- Jacksonville
- Case #
- 16-2026-CP-000721
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
File Your Claim
Submit your claim to the court by July 16, 2026, to avoid being barred.
- 2
Contact the Personal Representative
Reach out to Paul A. McGovern at the provided address for any inquiries.
- 3
Consult an Attorney
Consider seeking legal advice to understand your rights and obligations regarding the estate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a notice to creditors?
- A notice to creditors informs them of the need to file claims against an estate.
- 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.
- Who is the personal representative?
- The personal representative is Paul A. McGovern, responsible for managing the estate.
- What happens if I miss the deadline?
- Claims not filed within the specified time will be forever barred.
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Full Notice Text
Probate IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR DUVAL COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE No.: 16-2026-CP-000721 DIVISION: PR-B IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN J. McGOVERN, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of JOHN J. McGOVERN, deceased, whose date of death was January 20, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Duval County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 501 West Adams Street, Jacksonville, Florida 32202. The name and address 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 the decedents estate on whom 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 THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the 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. 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 DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is April 16, 2026. Personal Representative: PAUL A. McGOVERN 2517 Ocean Drive South Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250 Attorney for Personal Representative: RYAN M. LUDWICK, ESQUIRE Florida Bar No. 86099 Fisher, Tousey, Leas & Ball 818 North A1A, Suite 104 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (904) 356-2600 Attorney for Personal Representative rml@fishertousey.com Apr. 16/23 (26-02079D)