Wrongful Death Attorneys in Arizona
Wrongful death attorneys represent families when a loved one is killed as a result of government or law enforcement misconduct, negligence, or excessive force. These attorneys help families understand what happened, identify who is responsible, and fight for accountability — making sure that the people who took a life answer for what they did.
AttorneyQuacy Smith
Quacy Smith is a Georgia-based civil rights attorney with a dedicated focus on holding law enforcement and government entities accountable for constitutional violations. With a practice centered on police misconduct, exc... Read More →
Law FirmRobbins Curtin Millea & Showalter, LLC
Robbins Curtin Millea & Showalter, LLC is a civil rights and personal injury law firm based in Phoenix, Arizona, with a strong focus on holding government entities and law enforcement agencies accountable for constitutio... Read More →
State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits
For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.
Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 12-542
Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.
Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 12-821.01
Notice of claim must be filed within 180 days of the event giving rise to the claim. Failure to comply is a complete bar.
Arizona has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.