Sample Letter to Clerk regarding filing of Cross claim and Affirmative Defenses in Maricopa, Arizona [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] Clerk of the Court Maricopa County Superior Court 201 W Jefferson St. Phoenix, AZ 85003 Re: Cross claim Filings and Affirmative Defenses in Case [Case Number] Dear Clerk of the Court, I am writing to formally file a cross claim and affirm my defenses in the aforementioned case pending in Maricopa County Superior Court. As a party to this litigation, I believe it is imperative to bring forth relevant claims against the co-defendant in order to ensure a just and fair resolution of this dispute. I kindly request that you process and file the following documents attached herewith: 1. Cross claim: I am filing a cross claim against [Co-Defendant's Name] pursuant to Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 13(g). The cross claim alleges that the co-defendant's actions or omissions have contributed to or caused the plaintiff's alleged damages. The cross claim outlines the specific claims and supporting facts against the co-defendant. 2. Affirmative Defenses: I am also asserting the following affirmative defenses in response to the plaintiff's claims: a) Statute of Limitations: I raise the defense that the plaintiff's claims are barred by the applicable statute of limitations as set forth under Arizona law. b) Assumption of Risk: I assert that the plaintiff voluntarily assumed the risk associated with the alleged incident, thus extinguishing any liability on my part. c) Contributory Negligence: I argue that the plaintiff's own negligence contributed to the alleged damages and should be taken into consideration in determining liability. d) Lack of Standing: I contend that the plaintiff lacks standing, as they do not possess the legal capacity or authorization to bring forth this claim. Please find enclosed the necessary copies of the cross claim and affirmative defenses for filing, along with the requisite filing fees as per the court's schedule. I kindly request that you acknowledge receipt of these documents and provide me with a stamped copy for my records. Additionally, I would appreciate being notified of any further steps or scheduling regarding this case. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Your prompt action in processing and filing these documents is highly appreciated. Sincerely, [Your Name]