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Peter H. Westby

Peter H. Westby

Platt & Westby
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  • Arizona
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Biography

Born in Minnesota, Attorney Peter Westby has resided in Arizona since 1962 and in Phoenix since 1974. Mr. Westby graduated from the University of Arizona College of Law in 1973 and entered the practice of law as a prosecuting attorney, first with the City of Tucson and then with the Pima County Attorney's office as a Criminal Trial Deputy. He joined partner Harvey Platt in the private practice of law in Phoenix in 1974 and together they formed Platt & Westby, P.C. Mr. Westby practices in the areas of real estate law, civil litigation, family law, estate planning, probate, estate and trust administration, and business formation/litigation. Mr. Westby and his firm have earned a Martindale-Hubble AV rating, the highest rating awarded for ethics and professional competence.

Practice Areas
Bankruptcy
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Collections
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Foreclosure Defense
Landlord Tenant
Evictions, Housing Discrimination, Landlord Rights, Rent Control, Tenants' Rights
Probate
Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Elder Law
Fees
  • Free Consultation
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    Accept Visa and MasterCard
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Arizona
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U.S. Federal Court
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Partner
Platt & Westby
Current
Education
James E. Rogers College of Law, University of Arizona
J.D. (1973)
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University of Arizona
B.S.
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Awards
Arizona's Finest Lawyers
Arizona's Finest Lawyers
Professional Associations
Arizona State Bar
Member
Current
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Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Former President and Council Member
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Activities: 1987 - 1993
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La Casa De Cristo Lutheran Church
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Websites & Blogs
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Peter H. Westby's Website Profile
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Platt & Westby Website
Legal Answers
340 Questions Answered
Q. How to handle intestate estate and tax liabilities in Arizona?
A: The first step is to determine the value of the assets in your father's estate and also the amount of the debts. Your father's CPA may be able to help. Or you may need to hire a business appraiser or business broker to determine the business value. If there is no real property and the value of the estate assets is under $75,000.00, your father's estate might be administered simply by a small estate affidavit. But it is more likely that the estate's value will be greater and, if so, a probate might be needed to administer his estate. Before taking any action, I recommend discussing your findings concerning assets and debts with a probate attorney. The attorney will make recommendations as to whether a probate is appropriate. If so, the attorney can assist you in being court appointed as Personal Representative (PR). The PR has the authority to sell assets, negotiate debts and fully administer the estate. As you note, part of estate administration would be the handling of taxes. For small estates, taxes are usually not a large concern. Your father's CPA will know what is needed and can handle that aspect of estate administration for you. ... Read More
Q. Options for challenging unreasonable parenting time order in AZ
A: You have gone as far as you can without help. This is an important issue and you need the help of an attorney. I recommend you hire a good family law attorney as soon as possible. Family law cases proceed rapidly and you need help now.
Q. Ex-husband owes me $48,051, promised repayment but is out of country till mid 2025. Legal options?
A: Before your ex returns you should hire a private investigator to update your knowledge of his assets and income. Next, hire an attorney to file a collection lawsuit and ready it for service upon your ex when he returns. The suit should be filed shortly before his return. This will not guarantee that you will recover your money. But it is a good start and the best that you can do under the circumstances you related.
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Platt & Westby Old Town Scottsdale
3260 N. Hayden Road
Suite 210
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
US
Toll-Free: (855) 274-9529
Telephone: (602) 277-4441
Fax: (602) 277-0388
Platt & Westby
Avondale, AZ
12725 W Indian School Rd
#E101
Avondale, AZ 85393
US
Toll-Free: (855) 274-9529
Telephone: (480) 675-4775
Platt & Westby
Phoenix, AZ
2916 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013
US
Toll-Free: (855) 274-9529
Telephone: (602) 277-4441 Ext. 241
Fax: (602) 277-0388
Platt & Westby
Arrowhead / Sun City/ Glendale, AZ
20325 N 51st Ave
#134
Glendale, AZ 85308
US
Toll-Free: (855) 274-9529
Telephone: (480) 675-4775
Platt & Westby
Mesa/Tempe/Chandler/Gilbert, AZ
1425 W Elliot Rd
#201
Gilbert, AZ 85233
US
Toll-Free: (855) 274-9529
Telephone: (480) 969-5070
Platt & Westby
North Scottsdale, AZ
6424 E. Greenway Parkway
#100
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
US
Toll-Free: (855) 274-9529
Telephone: (480) 675-4776