How long do I have to challenge the will of Nicholas J. Capesius?

You must bring an action within the later of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from when you are served.

What should a creditor do to make a claim?

File a written claim in Kossuth County District Court within the statutory deadlines stated in the notice.

Probate — Kossuth (ESPR019999)

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The District Court of Kossuth County admitted the July 24, 2001 will of Nicholas J. Capesius to probate on April 28, 2026 and appointed William J., Christopher M., and Robert J. Capesius as executors. Creditors must act within specified deadlines to make claims.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to probate on April 28, 2026
Three executors appointed for the estate
Creditors must file claims within legal deadlines
Challenge to the will limited to statutory timeframes

Published: May 8, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Kossuth
Case #: ESPR019999

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If you don't respond

Any action to set aside the will must be brought within the later of four months from the second publication date or one month from service; failure means you likely lose the right to challenge. Creditors who do not file timely claims may be barred from recovery against the estate.

What to do next

1
Confirm publication dates
Check the second publication date of this notice to calculate the four-month deadline for challenging the will.
2
Consult an attorney if you are an interested party
Contact a probate attorney promptly to discuss contesting the will or filing creditor claims before the statutory deadlines.
3
File creditor claim
If owed money by the decedent, prepare and file a claim with the Kossuth County District Court within the time limits stated in the notice.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to challenge the will of Nicholas J. Capesius?: You must bring an action within the later of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from when you are served.
Who are the executors of the estate?: William J. Capesius, Christopher M. Capesius, and Robert J. Capesius were appointed executors.
What should a creditor do to make a claim?: File a written claim in Kossuth County District Court within the statutory deadlines stated in the notice.

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Legal terms in this notice

Executor: Person appointed to manage the deceased's estate and carry out the will.
Probate: Court process that validates a will and supervises estate distribution.
Creditor: Someone owed money by the deceased who may file a claim against the estate.
Set aside the will: Legal action to invalidate the will, often for reasons like undue influence.

Full Notice Text

PROBATE: NICHOLAS J. CAPESIUS-17969-THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FORKOSSUTH COUNTYIN THE MATTER OFTHE ESTATE OFNICHOLAS J. CAPESIUS, DeceasedPROBATE NO. ESPR019999NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OFAPPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR,AND NOTICE TO CREDITORSTo All Persons Interested in the Estateof Nicholas J. Capesius, Deceased, whodied on or about April 3, 2026:You are hereby notified that on April 28,2026, the Last Will and Testament ofNicholas J. Capesius, deceased, bear-ing date of July 24, 2001, was admittedto probate in the above-named court andthat William J. Capesius, ChristopherM. Capesius and Robert J. Capesiuswere appointed Executors of the estate.Any action to set aside the Will must bebrought in the District Court of said coun-ty within the later to occur of four monthsfrom the date of the second publicationof this notice or one month from th

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