Who was appointed executor of Susan Lee Jacobson's estate?

Jane E. Gilbert was appointed executor by the Emmet County District Court on May 5, 2026.

How long do I have to contest the will?

You must bring action by the later of four months after the notice's second publication or one month after mailing to heirs/devisees.

When did Susan Lee Jacobson die?

The notice states she died on or about April 1, 2026.

Probate — Emmet (ESPR010492)

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Will

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The District Court of Emmet County admitted the will of Susan Lee Jacobson (died ~April 1, 2026) to probate and appointed Jane E. Gilbert as executor; interested parties have limited time to contest the will.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on May 5, 2026
Jane E. Gilbert appointed executor
Deadline to contest: later of four months after second publication or one month after mailing
Decedent: Susan Lee Jacobson (died ~April 1, 2026)

Published: May 14, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Emmet
Case #: ESPR010492

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If you don't respond

If you do not file a challenge by the later of four months after the second publication or one month after mailing to heirs/devisees, you forfeiture the right to set aside the will.

What to do next

1
Determine if you are an heir or devisee
Confirm your relationship to Susan Lee Jacobson and whether you received a mailed notice; this affects contest rights.
2
Calculate your deadline to contest
Find the date of the notice's second publication or the mailing date to heirs; file any challenge by the later of four months after second publication or one month after mailing.
3
Contact the executor or an attorney
Reach out to Jane E. Gilbert or consult a probate attorney promptly to discuss possible actions before the stated deadlines.

Frequently asked questions

Who was appointed executor of Susan Lee Jacobson's estate?: Jane E. Gilbert was appointed executor by the Emmet County District Court on May 5, 2026.
How long do I have to contest the will?: You must bring action by the later of four months after the notice's second publication or one month after mailing to heirs/devisees.
When did Susan Lee Jacobson die?: The notice states she died on or about April 1, 2026.

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Legal terms in this notice

probate: Court process that validates a will and oversees distribution of a deceased person's assets.
executor: Person appointed to administer the deceased's estate and carry out the will's instructions.
devisees: People named in a will to receive real property or other gifts.

Full Notice Text

Legal Notice__THE IOWA DISTRICT COURTFOR EMMET COUNTY INTHE MATTER OF THEESTATE OF Susan LeeJacobson, Deceased CASENO. ESPR010492 NOTICEOF PROBATE OF WILL,OF APPOINTMENT OFEXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TOCREDITORSTo All Persons Interested in theEstate of Susan Lee Jacobson,Deceased, who died on or aboutApril 1, 2026:You are hereby notified that onMay 5, 2026, the Last Will andTestament of Susan Lee Jacobson,deceased, bearing date of April 17,2019, was admitted to probate inthe above-named court and thatJane E. Gilbert was appointedExecutor of the estate. Anyaction to set aside the will mustbe brought in the district courtof said county within the laterto occur of four months from thedate of the second publication ofthis notice or one month from thedate of mailing of this notice to allheirs of the decedent and devisees

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