Ariz. R. Prob. P. 1
Rule 1. Scope, Applicability, and Construction
(a) Scope. These rules govern procedures in all probate proceedings in the superior court. (b) Applicability. These rules apply to all persons in a probate proceeding, whether self-represented or represented by an attorney. (c) Construction. The court must enforce and construe these rules in a manner that ensures a consistent, predictable, prompt, efficient, and just resolution of probate proceedings.