Probate — 8151 South Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL (26 PR 195)

What to do next

1. 1

   Prepare your claim

   Gather documentation of the debt and prepare a written claim before November 19, 2026.

2. 2

   File claim with clerk or executor

   File the claim with the Lake County Circuit Court clerk or deliver it to Janea Smith before the November 19, 2026 deadline.

3. 3

   Mail copies to executor and attorney

   Within 10 days after filing with the clerk, mail or deliver copies to Janea Smith and to attorney Mark E. Broaddus, Chuhak & Tecson, PC, 120 S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60606.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the executor of Bernard Kelly's estate?

Janea Smith is appointed as the supervised executor.

When is the deadline to file a claim against the estate?

Claims must be filed on or before November 19, 2026, unless a different date is given in a required mailed notice.

Where do I file a claim for this estate?

File with the Circuit Court clerk or with the representative (executor); also mail a copy to the executor and attorney within 10 days after filing.