Probate — PO Box 899, Meridian, TX (P08811)

What to do next

1. 1

   Prepare your written claim

   Gather documentation of the debt or claim and prepare a written statement showing the amount and basis of the claim.

2. 2

   Mail the claim

   Send the claim to John A. Hastings III, PO Box 899, Meridian, TX 76665, ensuring timely delivery before the estate closes.

3. 3

   Consult an attorney

   If unsure about claim validity or deadlines, contact an estate lawyer or call John A. Hastings III (State Bar No. 24139144) for guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Who should I send my claim to for Emestine K. Essex's estate?

Send written claims to John A. Hastings III, Attorney at Law, PO Box 899, Meridian, TX 76665.

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

Claims must be submitted within the time and manner prescribed by Texas law and before the estate is closed; the notice does not state a specific calendar deadline.

What does Letters Testamentary mean?

It means the court has appointed an executor (Jerroll Wayne Essex) to administer the estate as of May 4, 2026.