North County Co. v. Goforth

The North County Corporation appeals from a probate court order striking its claim against the Estate of Mary Ortolano (“Estate”). It argues that the trial court erred in finding that it was not owed actual notice of the administration of the estate. We agree and, thus, reverse.

Probate administration of the subject Estate was opened on September 29, 1998. The court appointed Marylou Goforth and Phyllis Rowe as co-personal representatives. On October 8, 1999, the personal representatives published the notice of administration of the estate. It, however, did not send North County actual notice.

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