What is the deadline to file a claim against this estate?

File within the later of three months after first publication (May 6, 2026) or 30 days after you are served, or within three months of first publication if not served.

Where is the probate case being handled?

In the Lake County Circuit Court, Probate Division at 550 West Main Street, Tavares, FL.

Who are the personal representatives?

Luis R. Rivera and Deborah Rivera Eliscar are listed as the personal representatives.

What happens to claims filed two years after the decedent's death?

Any claim filed two years or more after the date of death is barred and cannot be paid from the estate.

Probate — 550 West Main Street, Tavares, FL (35-2024-CP-001579-AXXX-01)

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Formal administration has begun for the estate of Lisa W. Rivera-French in Lake County Probate Court; creditors and others with claims must file by the statutory deadlines or be barred. First publication began May 6, 2026, and key filing windows are stated.

Key Takeaways

Formal probate opened for Lisa W. Rivera-French (File No. 35-2024-CP-001579-AXXX-01).
Claims must be filed within 3 months of first publication or 30 days of service.
Any claim filed two years or more after decedent's death is barred.
First publication date: May 6, 2026 (also published May 13, 2026).

Deadline · Claims Deadline

August 6, 2026

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Published: May 13, 2026 · 6 days ago

What to do next

1
Prepare and file your claim
If you are a creditor, prepare documentation and file your claim with the Lake County Probate Court by the later of three months after May 6, 2026, or 30 days after service.
2
Confirm service status
If you were served with a copy of the notice, note the 30-day deadline from service; if not, use three months from May 6, 2026.
3
Contact the personal representative's attorney
For questions or to present claims, contact Matthew J. Lester at Matthew@LesterLawPLLC.com (Florida Bar No. 1003301).

Frequently asked questions

What is the deadline to file a claim against this estate?: File within the later of three months after first publication (May 6, 2026) or 30 days after you are served, or within three months of first publication if not served.
Where is the probate case being handled?: In the Lake County Circuit Court, Probate Division at 550 West Main Street, Tavares, FL.
Who are the personal representatives?: Luis R. Rivera and Deborah Rivera Eliscar are listed as the personal representatives.
What happens to claims filed two years after the decedent's death?: Any claim filed two years or more after the date of death is barred and cannot be paid from the estate.

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Legal terms in this notice

formal administration: A full probate process where the court supervises estate distribution and creditor claims.
personal representative: Person appointed to manage the decedent's estate during probate.
filed within the time periods set forth in section 733.702: Refers to Florida's statute prescribing deadlines for creditor claims in probate.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Formal Administration)
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR LAKE COUNTY, FLORIDA
PROBATE DIVISION
FILE NO. 35-2024-CP-001579-AXXX-01

IN RE: ESTATE LISA W. RIVERA-FRENCH,
A/K/A LISA RIVERA-FRENCH
Deceased.

The formal administration of the Estate of Lisa W. Rivera-French, deceased, File Number 35-2024-CP-001579-AXXX-01, is pending in the Circuit Court for Lake County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 550 West Main Street, Tavares, FL, 32778, Attn: Probate Department. The name and address of the Personal Representatives and the Personal Representatives Attorney is set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedents estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (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 the decedents estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIMS FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENTS DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of this first publication of this Notice is May 6th, 2026.
Attorney for the Personal Representatives: Personal Representative(s)

Matthew J. Lester Luis R. Rivera
Florida Bar No. 1003301 Deborah Rivera Eliscar
5500 W. Ridge Rd
Spencerport, NY 14559
Email: Matthew@LesterLawPLLC.com

Publication Dates: May 6th &amp; 13th, 2026.