What does 'no administration of the estate' mean?

It means the court admitted the will but did not appoint someone to formally manage or settle the estate now.

How long do I have to contest the will?

You must file within the later of four months after the second publication (second publication 05/19/2026) or one month after mailing to heirs.

Who received notice of the will admission?

The notice is addressed to all persons interested; heirs and devisees whose identities are reasonably ascertainable should be mailed notice.

Probate — N. Main St., Suite 600, Davenport, IA (ESPR084445)

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The court admitted Robert A. Van Vooren’s April 10, 2025 will to probate on May 6, 2026 with no estate administration. Interested persons have limited time to challenge the will or their claims will be barred.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on May 6, 2026
No administration of the estate will be opened
Challenge deadline: later of 4 months from second publication or 1 month from mailing
Second publication date: 05/19/2026

Deadline · Claims Deadline

September 19, 2026

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Published

May 12, 2026 · 1 week ago

What to do next

1
Determine if you are an interested party
Confirm whether you are an heir or devisee and whether you received mailed notice; contact Diane E. Puthoff at dputhoff@l-wlaw.com.
2
Act before the deadline
If you plan to contest, file action in Scott County District Court by the later of four months after 05/19/2026 or one month after you were mailed notice.
3
Get legal advice
Consult an estate attorney promptly to evaluate grounds to set aside the will and prepare filings before the deadline.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'no administration of the estate' mean?: It means the court admitted the will but did not appoint someone to formally manage or settle the estate now.
How long do I have to contest the will?: You must file within the later of four months after the second publication (second publication 05/19/2026) or one month after mailing to heirs.
Who received notice of the will admission?: The notice is addressed to all persons interested; heirs and devisees whose identities are reasonably ascertainable should be mailed notice.

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Legal terms in this notice

Proof of Will: The court's formal acceptance of a will as valid for probate purposes.
No administration: The estate won't have a formal executor or administrator appointed for management.
Devisees: People named in the will to receive property or gifts.

Full Notice Text

THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FORSCOTT COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATEOF ROBERT A. VAN VOOREN, deceasedCASE NO. ESPR084445 
NOTICE OF PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISTRATION
To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Robert A. Van Vooren, Deceased, who died on or about on April 23, 2026:You are hereby notified that on May 6, 2026 the Last Will and Testament of Robert A. Van Vooren, deceased, bearing date of April 10, 2025 was admitted to probate in the above-named court and there will be no present administration of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of the county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.Dated May 6, 2026
R. Scott Van Vooren, Proponent
Attorney for estate:Diane E. Puthoff, ICIS#: AT0006464220 N. Main St., Suite 600Davenport, IA 52801dputhoff@l-wlaw.com2nd date of Publication 05/19/2026COL-IA-203384