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My question involves collection proceedings in the State of: Arizona

An individual and I both signed a paper in front of a notary in Arizona, where she promised to pay me back $3900. She has not paid any of it back and has cut off contact with me. The maximum amount for the small claims court in my area is $3500.

Is the right thing to do to contact the small claims court, and ask for the case to be only $3500?
I am a 40 year + resident of Phoenix and I have used the small claims court and the justice court.

You will be better off sticking to the small claims court for $3500.

The higher court is more complicated and adheres rigidly to the Rules of Civil Procedure. Even a slight procedural error can cost you the case.