A major legal concern for Arizona property owners and real estate professionals…
The Alec And Lydia Act
Signed June 22, 2026. Effective immediately. Executive takeaway: The Alec and Lydia…
Small Estate Affidavits Are Suddenly More Useful As A Probate Alternative
Since 1954 Arizona has had an alternative to a probate for estates…
Contesting A Protective Order Can Hurt Your Family Law Case
In family law cases sometimes one of the parties will seek a…
Danger in Arizona’s Revised Uniform Arbitration Act
Arizona’s Revised Uniform Arbitration Act (A.R.S. § 12-3001) governs arbitration proceedings. Arbitration…
Why Hire Platt & Westby, P.C.?
A client recently asked why our firm practices in so many areas…
Lis Pendens; Penalties For Improper Use
A Lis Pendens is a formal notice recorded in the County Recorder’s…
Mediation/Arbitration, What Are They, Which Is Better?
It is increasingly common to see Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) procedures such…
Removal Of Fraudulent Deeds/Liens On Real Property In Arizona
Arizona law provides two ways to remove a fraudulent deed or other…
Arizona Allows Use Of Forged Deed To Obtain Clear Title
Use of a forged deed to obtain clear title to real estate…