The Maricopa County Justice Courts have exclusive jurisdiction over all small claims filings within Maricopa County. In the justice court you may file a Small Claims lawsuit claiming an amount UP TO AND INCLUDING, $3,500.00.
The superior court acts as an appellate court for justice and municipal courts. The superior court probation department supervises adults and juveniles on probation.
Filing a Will or Probate Case The Probate Filing Counter is located at 201 W. Jefferson in Phoenix, or at our Southeast location, 222 E. Javelina in Mesa, or at our Northwest Regional Court Center location at 14264 W. Tierra Buena Lane in Surprise, or at our Northeast Regional Court Center at 18380 N.
Mail the original, copies and envelopes to: Clerk of Superior Court's Office, Criminal File Counter, 201 W. Jefferson, Phoenix, AZ 85003. After you have filed your Motion, the Judge may enter an Order or a Minute Entry advising you of their decision. You should receive notice from the court via the mail.
In the Rule 11 process, the Court orders two Mental Health Experts to meet with the defendant, conduct competency evaluations, review records, and render opinions on the legal competency status of the defendant in reports submitted to the Court.
Opening Probate While some states allow up to six years to probate an estate, the state of Arizona will only accept probate cases that are opened within two years of the decedent's passing (ARS 14-3108).
Before an Arbitrator is Appointed When filing a complaint, the plaintiff also must file a Certificate of Compulsory Arbitration which states the monetary amount of the controversy. If the case is designated an arbitration case, an arbitrator is appointed once an answer to the complaint is filed.
➢ Beneficiary deeds are filed in the Maricopa County Recorder's Office.
Steps to Making a Will in Arizona Choose an Executor. The first step in making a will is nominating an executor who will act as the personal representative of your estate. Name Beneficiaries and Guardians. Divide Your Assets. Sign the Will and Have it Witnessed. Update Your Will Regularly and in the Right Way.