What Is the Statute of Limitations for Legal Malpractice in Arizona?
In Arizona, the statute of limitations for legal malpractice is generally 2 years under A.R.S. § 12-542(1).
Legal malpractice Deadlines in Arizona
How long do you have to file a legal malpractice claim in Arizona?
In Arizona, the statute of limitations for legal malpractice is generally 2 years under A.R.S. § 12-542(1).
When does the clock start for legal malpractice in Arizona?
Two years, generally running from when the client discovered or should have discovered the injury and its cause.
Can the Arizona deadline for legal malpractice be extended?
Arizona courts apply a discovery rule, and in litigation malpractice the claim may not accrue until the underlying matter is finally resolved on appeal. Because this rests on case law rather than express statutory text, confirm before relying on it.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Arizona?
Often, yes. Notice of claim within 180 days; suit within 1 year under A.R.S. §§ 12-821.01, 12-821. Section 12-821.01 requires a notice of claim to be filed with the public entity or employee within 180 days after the cause of action accrues, and the notice must state a specific amount for which the claim can be settled. Section 12-821 then cuts the filing p…
How does Arizona compare to other states for legal malpractice?
Arizona's 2 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 18 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for legal malpractice ranges from 1 year to 6 years, and 2 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Legal Malpractice Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the legal malpractice deadline in Arizona:
