Notice to creditors regarding claims against the estate of John C. Richards.
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Deadline · claims deadline
September 6, 2026
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- Published
- Category
- Probate
- City
- Yakima
- Case #
- 26-4-00301-39
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What to do next
- 1
Review the Notice
Read the probate notice carefully to understand your rights and obligations.
- 2
Prepare Your Claim
Draft your claim and ensure it meets the requirements outlined in RCW 11.40.070.
- 3
Submit Your Claim
Send your claim to Lyn R. Lewis or her attorney by the deadline.
- 4
Contact the Attorney
For questions, reach out to Michael F. Shinn at (509) 248-6030.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a probate notice?
- A probate notice informs creditors about the estate of a deceased person.
- How do I file a claim against an estate?
- Claims must be served to the personal representative and filed with the court.
- What is the deadline to present a claim?
- Claims must be presented within 30 days of notice or four months from publication.
- Who is the personal representative?
- The personal representative for this estate is Lyn R. Lewis.
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Full Notice Text
NTC Richards SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF YAKIMANO.: 26-4-00301-39PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORSRCW 11.40.020, 11.40.030IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN C. RICHARDS, DECEASED.The personal representative named below has been appointed as personal representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the personal representative or his attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the personal representative served or mailed the Notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent.Date of First Publication: May 6, 2026Personal Representative: Lyn R. LewisAttorney for Personal Representative: Michael F. ShinnAddress for Mailing or Service: Halverson | Northwest Law Group P.C.; 405 E. Lincoln Avenue; P.O. Box 22550; Yakima, WA 98907; Telephone: (509) 248-6030/s/ Michael F. Shinn, WSBA # 14679 of Haverson | Northwest Law Group P.C.Published: The Grandview HeraldPublished: May 6, 13, and 20, 2026