Reliable Eviction Protection & Legal Resolution in Scottsdale
Even in high-demand rental markets like Scottsdale, sudden job losses, medical emergencies, or personal challenges can cause a tenant to fall behind on rent. For a rental owner, an uncooperative tenant is one of the most stressful situations in real estate.
Handling an eviction on your own in Arizona can be difficult and risky. Judges in Maricopa County enforce strict procedural rules. A small technical mistake—like calculating notice dates incorrectly or using improper paperwork—can cause a case to be dismissed, forcing you to restart the process while a non-paying tenant stays in your home rent-free.
Scottsdale Premier Property Management handles the entire process on your behalf, overseen by Designated Broker Marcus Vance and experienced Arizona real estate attorneys. Under our Gold Protection Plan, we back our tenant vetting with an absolute $0 Eviction Legal Fee Guarantee.
The Step-by-Step Eviction Process in Maricopa County
Our team navigates the Arizona legal process quickly and correctly:
1. Fast, Compliant Notice Delivery
The moment rent remains unpaid after the grace period, our team prepares and delivers the required official notice:
- 5-Day Notice to Pay: Clearly states the unpaid rent and gives the tenant five days to pay.
- Proper Delivery: Delivered by hand or sent via certified mail following exact Arizona delivery rules so the timeline is rock-solid.
2. Justice Court Paperwork Filing
If rent is not paid by the deadline, our real estate attorney immediately files the official summons and complaint in the proper local court:
- Scottsdale Justice Court (Downtown Scottsdale)
- McDowell Mountain Justice Court (North Scottsdale / NE Valley) A licensed process server serves the paperwork to the tenant, setting a court hearing usually within 3 to 6 days.
3. Court Hearing & Judgment
Our attorney appears on your behalf in front of the judge. We present the signed lease, delivery receipts, and up-to-date payment ledgers. Judges award an immediate judgment granting you legal possession of your property alongside money owed.
4. Lockout & Rekeying
Following the court-mandated 5-day waiting period, the judge signs a Writ of Restitution. Our property manager meets the elected Maricopa County Constable at the home. The constable commands the tenant to vacate, and our mobile locksmith immediately rekeys all doors, installs new deadbolts, and secures the home.
Handling Left-Behind Belongings Safely
If an evicted tenant leaves belongings behind (such as furniture, clothes, or electronics), Arizona law requires clear steps:
- 14-Day Safe Storage: The items must be held safely for 14 calendar days.
- Official Notice to Tenant: We send written notice to the tenant’s last known address with an itemized summary.
- Lawful Donation or Sale: If the tenant does not claim their items within 14 days and pay reasonable storage costs, we coordinate the legal sale or charitable donation of the property.
Our $0 Eviction Legal Fee Guarantee
We are confident in our thorough tenant screening process. Under our Gold (10%) and Platinum (12%) plans:
- $0 Court Filing Fees: We pay all Maricopa County Justice Court fees.
- $0 Process Server Fees: We pay licensed process servers to deliver court summons.
- $0 Attorney Representation: We pay our experienced Arizona attorney to handle the case from start to finish.
- Fast Turnaround: As soon as we regain possession, our team begins cleaning, touch-ups, and marketing to place a new tenant quickly.
