2-E Filing a Counterclaim

• Jurisdiction: Arizona

E. Filing a Counterclaim

1. If compulsory, must file with Answer.

RULE:

If compulsory, counterclaim must be contained in answer to complaint (see exceptions in Rule 13(a), ARCP).

Source:

Rule 13(a), ARCP; Rule 33, ARFLP (Family Law Rule incorporates procedures under Rule 13, ARCP).

2. If permissive, same as above or by leave of Court.

RULE:

If permissive, may be contained in Answer or move court...