Phoenix Services
FedReceiver, Inc. delivers professional court-appointed receivership services across Maricopa County and throughout Arizona. Our seasoned team is frequently appointed by courts to manage, preserve, and recover assets in complex litigation. We provide efficient, transparent, and court-compliant solutions that safeguard stakeholder interests in matters such as regulatory enforcement, divorce, judgment recovery, and business disputes.
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Court Receiver
A Phoenix court receiver may be appointed to manage disputed assets in civil and criminal cases. FedReceiver ensures assets are safeguarded, businesses remain operational, and court directives are followed.
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Regulatory Receiverships
Courts may appoint a Phoenix regulatory receiver in enforcement actions involving agencies such as the SEC, FTC, or CFTC. We secure assets, investigate misconduct, and implement court-approved recovery plans.
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Divorce Receiver
A Phoenix divorce receiver may be appointed in complex marital dissolution cases to oversee shared businesses or real estate. FedReceiver provides impartial oversight and ensures compliance with court orders.
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Judgment Enforcement Receiver
When a party fails to pay, a Phoenix judgment enforcement receiver can be appointed to enforce judgments. Our team identifies, secures, and liquidates assets to satisfy debts and protect creditor rights.
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Healthcare Receiver
A Phoenix healthcare receiver may be appointed when facilities face financial distress, regulatory challenges, or management issues. FedReceiver provides neutral oversight to ensure assets are preserved and operations remain compliant with Arizona standards.
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Gas Station Receiver
A Phoenix gas station receiver may be appointed when a business defaults or enters litigation. FedReceiver manages daily operations, financial assets, and inventory to stabilize performance and protect stakeholders.
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Partnership Dispute Receiver
A Phoenix partnership dispute receiver may be appointed when business partners are deadlocked or engaged in litigation. FedReceiver ensures neutral management and operational continuity until disputes are resolved.
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Hospitality Receiver
When hotels, motels, or restaurants face foreclosure, mismanagement, or financial instability, a Phoenix hospitality receiver may be appointed. FedReceiver takes control of operations to preserve property value and stabilize performance.
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Business Receiver
A Phoenix business receiver may be designated by the court to oversee distressed companies in disputes, defaults, or insolvency. FedReceiver protects business assets, restores operational efficiency, and ensures compliance with court directives.
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Partition Referee
A Phoenix partition referee may be appointed when co-owners of real estate cannot agree on the division or management of property. We oversee court-ordered sales or distributions to resolve disputes equitably.
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Real Estate Receiver
A Phoenix real estate receiver may be appointed to manage and preserve properties during foreclosure, litigation, or insolvency. FedReceiver safeguards asset value, manages rent collection, and ensures compliance throughout the case.
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Provisional Director
A Phoenix provisional director may be appointed to resolve governance deadlocks in closely held corporations. FedReceiver provides impartial oversight and helps restore decision-making within the company.
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Distribution Agent
As a Phoenix distribution agent, FedReceiver administers the fair and court-supervised distribution of recovered assets, restitution funds, or settlement proceeds to beneficiaries and creditors.
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Probate Administrator
When no executor is named or available, the court may appoint a Phoenix probate administrator. FedReceiver manages estate assets, pays debts, and distributes property in accordance with Arizona probate law.
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How we work together
Reach out
Reach out to us via our contact page or call our office.
Set an Appointment
An initial call will allow for an initial assessment of the proposed case.
Sample Pleadings/Orders
With approximately 800 cases, FedReceiver has a vast library of exemplars including motions seeking appointment of receiver, orders appointing receiver and memorandum of points & authorities.
References
We offer excellent references with local and national law firms, accounting firms and clients.
Court Experience
Given our decades of experience and hundreds of cases, we have appeared in state/federal court and have excellent relationships with numerous courts/judges.
Get to know our expert Phoenix Team
With prior experience as President of the California Receivers Forum (CRF) Los Angeles/Orange County Chapter, President of the National Association of Federal Equity Receivers (NAFER), panel members at receiver conferences, we are leaders in our industry.
Receivers Stephen Donell, James Donell, Todd Donell and Sarah Bates have collectively worked on 800+ receiver/partition cases. With a specialty in complex partnership disputes, the team also is appointed in connection with defaulted real estate loans, business loans, divorce, judgment enforcement, health & safety, regulatory and charging orders.
Offices
Los Angeles
12121 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 710
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Phone: 310.207.8481
Stephen J. Donell Los Angeles
President of FedReceiver, Inc., Jalmar Properties, Inc. and Donell Expert Services, Inc.
Todd D. Donell Los Angeles
Executive Vice President of FedReceiver, Inc. and Jalmar Properties, Inc.
James H. Donell Los Angeles
Founder and CEO of FedReceiver, Inc. and Jalmar Properties, Inc.
Sarah R. Bates Los Angeles
Vice President of FedReceiver, Inc. and Jalmar Properties, Inc.
Common FAQs about our Phoenix Services
What are the responsibilities of a court-appointed receiver in Phoenix?
A Phoenix court-appointed receiver is a neutral fiduciary authorized by a judge to take control of assets or operations involved in a legal dispute. Their role may include managing real estate, overseeing business operations, collecting income, or liquidating assets—depending on the scope granted by the court.
Can a Phoenix receiver take control of real estate or business assets?
Yes. With approval from the Maricopa County Superior Court, a receiver in Phoenix can assume possession and management of real estate, businesses, or other disputed assets to preserve their value and prevent loss.
How is a receiver appointed in Phoenix or Maricopa County?
A receiver is appointed by the court upon motion from a party in litigation. The judge evaluates whether a receivership is necessary and issues a court order specifying the receiver’s duties, powers, and reporting obligations.
What happens after a Phoenix receiver is appointed?
The receiver immediately assumes control of the identified assets, notifies all parties, and begins performing the court-mandated duties. They provide regular updates to the court and involved stakeholders regarding the status and actions taken.
What qualifications are needed to be a receiver in Phoenix?
Receivers must be impartial and typically have strong backgrounds in finance, real estate, law, or business management. The court must approve the appointment and ensure the receiver has the experience to manage the case effectively.
Can a receiver be appointed in a Phoenix divorce or partnership dispute?
Yes. In complex divorces or business dissolutions, a Phoenix receiver may be appointed to manage jointly held property or business interests when there’s a risk of mismanagement or financial harm.
Can a Phoenix receiver hire legal or financial professionals?
Yes. With court authorization, a receiver may hire legal counsel, accountants, appraisers, or other professionals necessary to fulfill their obligations and manage the receivership estate effectively.
What is the role of a regulatory receiver in Phoenix?
A regulatory receiver may be appointed at the request of government agencies (such as the Arizona Corporation Commission or federal regulators) to oversee companies accused of fraud, mismanagement, or regulatory violations—often to protect investors or the public.
Can a Phoenix receiver retain legal counsel on behalf of the estate?
Yes. Receivers in Phoenix may engage attorneys—subject to court approval—to represent the estate in legal proceedings, resolve disputes, or address compliance and liability concerns.
What does a gas station receiver do in Phoenix cases?
A gas station receiver may oversee operations, manage staff and compliance with environmental regulations, ensure financial accountability, and prepare the station for sale or restructuring during court proceedings.
Review the chapter authored by Mr. Donell
Reviving the Financially Distressed Business
Reviving The Financially Distressed Business is the essential guide for business owners and corporate leaders whose companies are under—or anticipating—financial difficulties. See Chapter 11, Receiverships, written by Court Receiver Stephen Donell, CCIM, CPM
Steve Donell’s contribution to the book “Reviving a Financially Distressed Business” reflects not only his expertise as a receiver, but his sound judgment on how receivership can be used to effectively advance a financially troubled business.”
– Brian Davidoff, Esq. Author and Editor
