Who should attend the July 7, 2026 hearing?

All heirs and anyone with an interest in the estate should appear or ensure they have been otherwise notified.

Where is the hearing being held?

Houston County Probate Court, 462 N. Oates St., Dothan, AL, Room 202 at 1:30 p.m.

What is a Petition for Final Settlement?

It's a formal request to close the estate by asking the court to approve distributions and the executor's actions.

Probate — 462 N. Oates St., Dothan, AL (2022-248)

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A Petition for Final Settlement in the estate of Juan Carlos Funes Martinez will be heard July 7, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at the Houston County Probate Court; interested heirs must appear or risk not being heard.

Key Takeaways

Hearing set for July 7, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
Location: Houston County Probate Court, Room 202
Matter: Petition for Final Settlement of estate
All heirs with interest should appear or be otherwise notified
Attorney for petitioner: Derek E. Yarbrough

Published: May 8, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Dothan
Address: 462 N. Oates St., Dothan, AL
Case #

2022-248

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If you don't respond

If you do not appear at the July 7, 2026 hearing at 1:30 p.m., you may lose the chance to contest the final settlement of the estate and your interests may not be considered.

What to do next

1
Attend the hearing
Appear at Houston County Probate Court, Room 202 on July 7, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. to protect your rights.
2
Contact the petitioner’s attorney
Reach out to Derek E. Yarbrough (attorney for petitioner) before the hearing for case details or to explain absence.
3
Arrange representation
If you need legal advice, hire or consult an attorney before July 7, 2026 to prepare any objections.

Frequently asked questions

Who should attend the July 7, 2026 hearing?: All heirs and anyone with an interest in the estate should appear or ensure they have been otherwise notified.
Where is the hearing being held?: Houston County Probate Court, 462 N. Oates St., Dothan, AL, Room 202 at 1:30 p.m.
What is a Petition for Final Settlement?: It's a formal request to close the estate by asking the court to approve distributions and the executor's actions.

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Legal terms in this notice

Petition for Final Settlement: A request to the court to approve the executor's handling of the estate and close administration.
Probate Court: Court that handles wills, estates, and related matters after someone's death.

Full Notice Text

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF HOUSTON COUNTY, ALABAMA
 
IN THE MATTER OF                                             )
                                                                                                )
JUAN CARLOS FUNES MARTINEZ,      )          CASE NO. 2022-248
                                                                                                )
DECEASED.                                                                )
 
NOTICE OF HEARING BY PUBLICATION
 
To:     Alberto Ramiro Guarda
             Any and All Other Heirs of Juan Carlos Funes Martinez
 
          Please take note a Petition for Final Settlement having been filed in the Probate Court of Houston County, Alabama, notice is hereby given by publication that a hearing has been set for the 7th day of July, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at Houston County Probate Court located at 462 N. Oates St., Dothan, AL 36303 Room 202. All persons having interest in this matter must appear at said time and place if not otherwise notified.
 
Attorney for Petitioner: Derek E. Yarbrough
 
April 17, 24, May 1 & 8, 2026