Phoenix, AZ asked in Landlord - Tenant for Arizona

Q: I got a summons for eviction for nonpayment of rent. Attached was a fraudulent notice.

It stated it was hand delivered to me. I have proof that I wasn't home at all that day. Can the landlord get into trouble and can I counter sue. I moved out right after receiving the summons. Also our lease was incomplete. There is no owner name or address or the persons name or address that can act on their behalf. The signature on my lease is illegible. Do I have a legit counter claim for $5000.00. There is a lot more involved such as bedbug infestation in the building, other landlord laws broken. I go to trial tomorrow morning at 9am. An attorneys advice would be great if I had more time.

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Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
Answered
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Licensed in Arizona

A: Sounds like you have a lot going on here. Talk to a landlord-tenant lawyer in person about all the details.

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