Who can file a claim against this estate?

Creditors or others who believe the estate owes them money may file a claim with the Lee County Circuit Court or with the estate representative.

What is the deadline to file a claim?

Claims must be filed by October 28, 2026, or within six months of the first publication of this notice, whichever is later.

Where do I file my claim?

File in the Clerk's Office at the Lee County Courthouse in Dixon, Illinois, or deliver it to the estate representative.

Do I need to notify anyone after filing a claim?

Yes; within ten days of filing you must mail or deliver a copy to the representative and the representative's attorney and file proof of that with the court.

Probate — 309-A Main Street, Peoria, Illinois (2026-PR-00019)

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This notice informs creditors and others that Letters of Administration were issued for the estate of Olivero (Oliver) Ochoa and sets October 28, 2026 (or six months after first publication) as the deadline to file claims against the estate or be barred.

Key Takeaways

Deadline to file claims: October 28, 2026 (or six months from first publication)
Letters of Administration issued to Martha Ochoa
File claims with Lee County Circuit Court or the estate representative
After filing with court, mail copies to the representative and their attorney

Deadline · Claims Deadline

October 28, 2026

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Published

May 15, 2026 · 6 days ago

What to do next

1
Prepare and file your claim
Draft your claim and file it with the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Lee County Courthouse, before October 28, 2026 (or six months from first publication).
2
Send copies to representative and attorney
Within 10 days of filing, mail or deliver copies to Martha Ochoa (Independent Administrator) and to Thomas E. Leiter, The Leiter Group, 309-A Main Street, Peoria, IL 61602, and file proof with the court.
3
Contact the estate attorney for questions
Call Thomas E. Leiter at 309-673-2922 for clarification about filing or claim status.

Frequently asked questions

Who can file a claim against this estate?: Creditors or others who believe the estate owes them money may file a claim with the Lee County Circuit Court or with the estate representative.
What is the deadline to file a claim?: Claims must be filed by October 28, 2026, or within six months of the first publication of this notice, whichever is later.
Where do I file my claim?: File in the Clerk's Office at the Lee County Courthouse in Dixon, Illinois, or deliver it to the estate representative.
Do I need to notify anyone after filing a claim?: Yes; within ten days of filing you must mail or deliver a copy to the representative and the representative's attorney and file proof of that with the court.

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Legal terms in this notice

Letters of Administration: Court document authorizing someone to manage and distribute a deceased person's estate.
Representative: The person appointed to administer the estate, here the Independent Administrator.
Claim: A demand for payment from the estate for debts or obligations owed to a creditor.

Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ILLINOIS LEE COUNTY IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Estate of OLIVERO OCHOA, also known as OLIVER OCHOA, Deceased. Case No. 2026-PR-00019 NOTICE OF CLAIM DATE Notice is given of the death of OLIVERO OCHOA also known as OLIVER OCHOA on Nov-ember 26, 2024 and that Letters of Administration were issued on April 28, 2026 to Martha Ochoa, as Independent Administrator, whose attorney is THE LEITER GROUP, 309-A Main Street, Peoria, Illinois 61602. Claims may be filed on or before October 28, 2026 or six (6) months from the date of the first publication of this Notice of Claim Date, which-ever is later, and any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Lee County Courthouse, Dixon, Illinois, or with the Representative, or both. Within ten (10) days after a claimant files its claim with the Court, the claimant must mail or deliver a copy of the claim to the Representative and to its attorney of record and file with the Court proof of mailing or delivery of said copies. (You are further notified that this Notice is not an admission of the nature, extent or validity of any claim, but is given to notify you of the limitations periods during which any claim may be filed.) Dated this 6th day of May, 2026 THOMAS E. LEITER, ESQ. THE LEITER GROUP 309-A Main Street Peoria, Illinois 61602 309-673-2922 Fax 309-673-2387 May 8, 15, 22, 2026