Use Mr./Ms. last name for the initial email. When opposing counsel responds and signs off with a first name (e.g., "Nick"), use that going forward. ? To address a group of opposing counsel, go with "Counsel." If you find these tips helpful, please follow Nick Bullard and click the ? to get my next tip.
You want to keep it short and sweet: show the judge(s) succinctly why the argument is wrong and then move on to something else. You don't want a long, detailed response to inadvertently add credibility to the dumb argument by suggesting that it's not actually that simple.
Your answer should include the court name, case name, case number, and your affirmative defenses. Print three copies of your answer. File one with the clerk's office and mail (or “serve”) one to the plaintiff or plaintiff's attorney. The plaintiff is the debt collector, creditor, or law firm suing you.
Justice courts hear lawsuits when the amount in dispute is $10,000 or less, including: Eviction Actions and Landlord & Tenant Disputes.
Every county in Arizona has at least two justice courts. The justice courts have exclusive authority to hear cases in which the amount in controversy is $10,000 or less. Cases in which the amount in controversy is greater than $10,000 must be filed in the superior court.
The justice courts in Arizona have exclusive jurisdiction or the authority to hear all civil actions when the amount involved, exclusive of interest, costs and awarded attorney fees when authorized by law, is $10,000 or less. You may reduce a larger claim to $10,000 and waive the remaining amount.
You may not split a claim and file two separate actions. You may file for the "court costs"in addition to the $10,000 maximum. Civil lawsuits in Arizona are governed by the Justice Court Rules of Civil Procedure (PDF).
Arizona Civil Statute of Limitations Laws: At a Glance Injury to PersonOne year for false imprisonment (A.R.S. § 12-541) Two years for personal injury (A.R.S. § 12-542) Libel/Slander One year (A.R.S. § 12-541) Fraud Three years (A.R.S. § 12-543(3)) Injury to Personal Property Two years (A.R.S. § 12-542)6 more rows
8 Tips for Dealing with Difficult Opposing Counsel Point out Common Ground. Don't be Afraid to Ask Why. Separate the Person from the Problem. Focus on your Interests. Don't Fall for your Assumptions. Take a Calculated Approach. Control the Conversation by Reframing. Pick up the Phone.
You can also call 866.637. 5341 to apply for legal aid over the phone. Other useful information can be found at lawforveterans, lawforkids and lawforseniors.