Who is the estate administrator for Olivero Ochoa?

Martha Ochoa was appointed Independent Administrator on April 28, 2026.

When must creditors file claims against this estate?

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

Where do I file a claim against the estate?

File with the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the Lee County Courthouse in Dixon or deliver the claim to the estate representative.

Do I need to send copies after filing a claim?

Yes — within 10 days of filing you must mail or deliver a copy to the representative and their attorney and file proof with the court.

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

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Notice announces the death of Olivero (Oliver) Ochoa and that Letters of Administration were issued to Martha Ochoa. Creditors must file claims against the estate by October 28, 2026 or within six months of first publication, whichever is later.

Key Takeaways

Administrator: Martha Ochoa named April 28, 2026
Claim deadline: October 28, 2026 (or six months from first publication)
Claims filed at Lee County Circuit Court or with the representative
File proof of mailing to representative and their attorney within 10 days

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
File your written claim by October 28, 2026 (or six months from first publication) with the Lee County Circuit Court Clerk or deliver to the representative.
2
Send copies and proof
Within 10 days after filing, mail or deliver a copy to Martha Ochoa (the representative) and her attorney, Thomas E. Leiter, and file proof of that mailing with the court.
3
Contact the estate attorney
For questions or to send copies contact Thomas E. Leiter at The Leiter Group, 309-A Main Street, Peoria, IL 61602; phone 309-673-2922.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the estate administrator for Olivero Ochoa?: Martha Ochoa was appointed Independent Administrator on April 28, 2026.
When must creditors file claims against this estate?: Claims must be filed by October 28, 2026, or within six months of the first publication, whichever is later.
Where do I file a claim against the estate?: File with the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the Lee County Courthouse in Dixon or deliver the claim to the estate representative.
Do I need to send copies after filing a claim?: Yes — within 10 days of filing you must mail or deliver a copy to the representative and their attorney and file proof with the court.

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Legal terms in this notice

Letters of Administration: Court document appointing an administrator to manage and distribute a deceased person's estate.
Claim: A demand for payment from the deceased person's estate for debts or obligations owed.
Representative: The person (administrator) legally authorized to act for the estate and receive filings.

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