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*** Electronically Filed ***
01/27/2026 8:00 AM
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
01/23/2026
Docket Code 046
Form V000A
Page 1
CLERK OF THE COURT
HONORABLE ADDISON OWEN
E. Wolf
Deputy
SUNDANCE RESIDENTIAL HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION INC
NIKITA VERMA PATEL
v.
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
1887 S 215TH DR
BUCKEYE AZ 85326
LIBERTY MUTUAL GROUP INC
175 BERKELEY ST
BOSTON MA 02116
COMM. OWEN
MINUTE ENTRY
The Court having received the Request for Hearing on Garnishment filed by Judgment
Debtor on December 2, 2025,
IT IS ORDERED setting a virtual Garnishment Objection Hearing on January 30,
2026, at 9:00 a.m. (1 hour allotted) in this Division via Microsoft Teams/Court Connect.
www.tinyurl.com/jbazmc-pcc07
You can also dial in using your phone (audio only).
+1 (917) 781-4590, Phone Conference ID: 604 064 885#
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
01/23/2026
Docket Code 046
Form V000A
Page 2
This Court prefers video appearances through Court Connect and Microsoft TEAMS, if
possible, as it ensures it is easier to know who is appearing at the hearing and being able to see
the other parties reduces interruptions and delays. Additionally, appearing by video increases the
chance that the Court can use features such as shared screens to show everyone exhibits or forms
that may be helpful for the hearing. However, no party shall be penalized for appearing by
phone. Whether parties appear by videoconference, phone, or a hybrid of the two, they should try
as much as possible to contact the court from an area with no background noise as noise and
echoes prevent the parties from hearing the proceedings in the courtroom and prevent the court
from making a good record of the proceedings. The parties are especially discouraged from
appearing virtually from an outdoor location.
COUNSEL AND THE PARTIES ARE DIRECTED TO NOTIFY THE COURT 24
HOURS IN ADVANCE IF A COURT REPORTER IS REQUESTED.
NOTE: All court proceedings are recorded digitally and not by a court reporter.
Pursuant to Local Rule 2.22, if a party desires a court reporter for any proceeding in which a
court reporter is not mandated by Arizona Supreme Court Rule 30, the party must submit a
written request to the assigned judicial officer at least ten (10) judicial days in advance of the
hearing and must pay the authorized fee to the Clerk of the Court at least two (2) judicial days
before the proceeding. The fee is $140 for a half-day and $280 for a full day.
LET THE RECORD REFLECT that notification of the above hearing is given to:
Judgment Creditor via: Minute Entry
Judgment Debtor via: Minute Entry
Garnishee/Defendant via: Minute Entry
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the parties shall file their List of Witnesses and List
of Exhibits with the Clerk of the Court on or before January 29, 2026 before 5:00 p.m.
Witnesses are people who may come to court to speak/testify at your hearing. Exhibits are
documents, videos, pictures, screenshots, printouts, etc. (tangible items) that you plan to use to
support your case. Any witnesses or exhibits not listed will be inadmissible (not usable). These
lists shall be exchanged with opposing parties electronically the same day they are filed.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that all Exhibits shall be hand-delivered to the division’s
clerk for marking no later than January 29, 2026, before 5:00 p.m. Each set of exhibits shall
include a coversheet that contains the case number (e.g., CV2025-XXXXXX), the party’s name,
and a list of exhibits with a brief description of each (e.g., “Receipt – 12/2/2023”). Each item
must be its own exhibit and assigned its own exhibit number, including each picture, document,
or other item. Exhibits such as pictures, documents, and printouts shall be provided in paper
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
01/23/2026
Docket Code 046
Form V000A
Page 3
format. When necessary, a single item, such as a video, may be placed on a single USB drive and
marked as an exhibit. If there are multiple electronic items, such as multiple videos, each item
must be placed on a separate USB drive and assigned a separate exhibit number. Exhibits shall
be marked numerically and consecutively without skipping numbers. Each exhibit shall be
separated by a colored sheet of paper with the exhibit number written on the front, and exhibits
shall be clipped or bound if too large to staple. Complete digital copies of all exhibits shall be
exchanged with opposing parties on the same day they are delivered to the clerk.
Maricopa County Superior Court
East Court Building
101 West Jefferson
Suite 663
Phoenix, AZ 85003
IF YOU FAIL TO SUBMIT YOUR LIST OF WITNESSES, LIST OF EXHIBITS,
OR EXHIBITS IN COMPLIANCE WITH ANY PART OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS,
THE WITNESSES WILL BE PRECLUDED AND THE EXHIBITS WILL BE
INADMISSIBLE.
NOTE: All court proceedings are recorded by audio and video method and not by a court
reporter. Pursuant to Local Rule 2.22, if a party desires a court reporter for any proceeding in
which a court reporter is not mandated by Arizona Supreme Court Rule 30, the party must
submit a written request to the assigned judicial officer at least ten (10) judicial days in advance
of the hearing, and must pay the authorized fee to the Clerk of the Court at least two (2) judicial
days before the proceeding. The fee is $140 for a half-day and $280 for a full day.
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*** Electronically Filed ***
02/02/2026 8:00 AM
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
01/30/2026
Docket Code 005
Form V000A
Page 1
CLERK OF THE COURT
HONORABLE ADDISON OWEN
L. Palmert
Deputy
SUNDANCE RESIDENTIAL HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION INC
NIKITA VERMA PATEL
v.
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
1887 S 215TH DR
BUCKEYE AZ 85326
LIBERTY MUTUAL GROUP INC
175 BERKELEY ST
BOSTON MA 02116
COMM. OWEN
MINUTE ENTRY
Prior to the commencement of today’s hearing, Defendant’s exhibits 1-4 are marked for
identification.
Courtroom 513-VC-CV East Court Building
9:16 a.m. This is the time set for a virtual Garnishment Objection Hearing. Plaintiff
Sundance Residential Homeowners Association, Inc., is represented by counsel, Dianne
Dickman appearing for counsel of record, Nikita Verma Patel. Defendant Christian Bryant is
neither present nor represented by counsel.
A record of the proceedings is made digitally in lieu of a court reporter.
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
01/30/2026
Docket Code 005
Form V000A
Page 2
LET THE RECORD REFLECT today’s hearing was set for 9:00 a.m. The Court and
Plaintiff’s counsel were present and prepared to proceed. The Court waited until 9:16 a.m. to call
the case to allow Defendant time to appear.
Discussion is held regarding Defendant’s non-appearance and exhibits she submitted for
this hearing.
Defendant having failed to appear today despite receiving notice,
IT IS ORDERED vacating today’s Garnishment Objection Hearing.
9:17 a.m. Matter concludes.
LATER:
There being no further need to retain the exhibits not offered in evidence in the custody
of the Clerk of Court,
LET THE RECORD REFLECT that Defendant’s exhibits 1-4 are hereby disposed.
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*** Electronically Filed ***
02/03/2026 8:00 AM
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/02/2026
Docket Code 046
Form V000A
Page 1
CLERK OF THE COURT
HONORABLE ADDISON OWEN
D. McNulty
Deputy
SUNDANCE RESIDENTIAL HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION INC
NIKITA VERMA PATEL
v.
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
1887 S 215TH DR
BUCKEYE AZ 85326
LIBERTY MUTUAL GROUP INC
175 BERKELEY ST
BOSTON MA 02116
COMM. OWEN
MINUTE ENTRY
The Court is in receipt of Defendant’s Motion re: Garnishment Hearing, filed on
February 1, 2026. Good cause appearing,
IT IS ORDERED setting a virtual Garnishment Objection Hearing on February 6, 2026
at 9:00 a.m. (time allotted: 30 minutes) in this Division via Microsoft Teams/Court Connect.
www.tinyurl.com/jbazmc-pcc07
You can also dial in using your phone (audio only).
+1 (917) 781-4590, Phone Conference ID: 604 064 885#
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/02/2026
Docket Code 046
Form V000A
Page 2
Commissioner Owen’s division prefers video appearances through Court Connect and
Microsoft TEAMS, if possible, as it ensures it is easier to know who is appearing at the hearing
and being able to see the other parties reduces interruptions and delays. Additionally, appearing
by video increases the chance that the Court can use features such as shared screens to show
everyone exhibits or forms that may be helpful for the hearing. However, no party shall be
penalized for appearing by phone. Whether parties appear by videoconference, phone, or a
hybrid of the two, they should try as much as possible to contact the court from an area with no
background noise as noise and echoes prevent the parties from hearing the proceedings in the
courtroom and prevent the court from making a good record of the proceedings. The parties
are especially discouraged from appearing virtually from an outdoor location.
COUNSEL AND THE PARTIES ARE DIRECTED TO NOTIFY THE COURT 24
HOURS IN ADVANCE IF A COURT REPORTER IS REQUESTED.
NOTE: All court proceedings are recorded digitally and not by a court reporter.
Pursuant to Local Rule 2.22, if a party desires a court reporter for any proceeding in which a
court reporter is not mandated by Arizona Supreme Court Rule 30, the party must submit a
written request to the assigned judicial officer at least ten (10) judicial days in advance of the
hearing and must pay the authorized fee to the Clerk of the Court at least two (2) judicial days
before the proceeding. The fee is $140 for a half-day and $280 for a full day.
LET THE RECORD REFLECT that notification of the above hearing is given to:
Judgment Creditor via: minute entry
Judgment Debtor via: minute entry
Garnishee/Defendant via: minute entry
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the parties shall file their List of Witnesses and List
of Exhibits with the Clerk of the Court on or before February 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Witnesses
are people who may come to court to speak/testify at your hearing. Exhibits are documents,
videos, pictures, screenshots, printouts, etc. (tangible items) that you plan to use to support your
case. Any witnesses or exhibits not listed will be inadmissible (not usable). These lists shall be
exchanged with opposing parties electronically the same day they are filed.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that all Exhibits shall be hand-delivered to the division’s
clerk for marking no later than February 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Each set of exhibits shall include
a coversheet that contains the case number (e.g., CV2025-XXXXXX), the party’s name, and a
list of exhibits with a brief description of each (e.g., “Receipt – 12/2/2023”). Each item must be
its own exhibit and assigned its own exhibit number, including each picture, document, or other
item. Exhibits such as pictures, documents, and printouts shall be provided in paper format.
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/02/2026
Docket Code 046
Form V000A
Page 3
When necessary, a single item, such as a video, may be placed on a single USB drive and
marked as an exhibit. If there are multiple electronic items, such as multiple videos, each item
must be placed on a separate USB drive and assigned a separate exhibit number. Exhibits shall
be marked numerically and consecutively without skipping numbers. Each exhibit shall be
separated by a colored sheet of paper with the exhibit number written on the front, and exhibits
shall be clipped or bound if too large to staple. Complete digital copies of all exhibits shall be
exchanged with opposing parties on the same day they are delivered to the clerk. Maricopa
County Superior Court East Court Building 101 West Jefferson Suite 663 Phoenix, AZ 85003
IF YOU FAIL TO SUBMIT YOUR LIST OF WITNESSES, LIST OF EXHIBITS,
OR EXHIBITS IN COMPLIANCE WITH ANY PART OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS,
THE WITNESSES WILL BE PRECLUDED AND THE EXHIBITS WILL BE
INADMISSIBLE.
NOTE: All court proceedings are recorded by audio and video method and not by a court
reporter. Pursuant to Local Rule 2.22, if a party desires a court reporter for any proceeding in
which a court reporter is not mandated by Arizona Supreme Court Rule 30, the party must
submit a written request to the assigned judicial officer at least ten (10) judicial days in advance
of the hearing, and must pay the authorized fee to the Clerk of the Court at least two (2) judicial
days before the proceeding. The fee is $140 for a half-day and $280 for a full day.
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02/09/2026 8:00 AM
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/06/2026
Docket Code 004
Form V000A
Page 1
CLERK OF THE COURT
HONORABLE ADDISON OWEN
L. Palmert
Deputy
SUNDANCE RESIDENTIAL HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION INC
NIKITA VERMA PATEL
v.
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
1887 S 215TH DR
BUCKEYE AZ 85326
LIBERTY MUTUAL GROUP INC
175 BERKELEY ST
BOSTON MA 02116
COMM. OWEN
MINUTE ENTRY
Courtroom 513-VC-CV East Court Building
9:04 a.m. This is the time set for a virtual Garnishment Hearing. Judgment Creditor,
Sundance Residential Homeowners Association, Inc., is represented by counsel, Dianne
Dickman appearing for counsel of record, Nikita Verma Patel. Judgment Debtor, Christian
Bryant, is present on her own behalf. No other parties are present.
A record of the proceedings is made digitally in lieu of a court reporter.
Discussion is held regarding Ms. Bryant’s request to reduce the percentage of wage being
garnished, and the economic hardship resulting from the garnishment.
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/06/2026
Docket Code 004
Form V000A
Page 2
Christian Bryant is sworn and testifies.
Ms. Bryant has produced documents indicating that she is behind in paying her mortgage
and car payment but has failed to provide any documentation as it relates to income. The Court
instructs Ms. Bryant to produce paystubs or last issued w-2 covering her income for the last 12
months.
The Court further instructs judicial staff to email Ms. Bryant the Clerk of the Court link
to the website where to submit her financial documents to be marked as exhibits.
For the reasons stated on the record,
IT IS ORDERED continuing today’s Garnishment Hearing to February 9, 2026, at
10:30 a.m., in this Division via Microsoft Teams/Court Connect.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED Ms. Bryant shall comply with this Court’s order and
submit recent paystubs and/or w-2 to show income over the last 12 months to the Clerk of the
Court exhibits website by end of day today. Ms. Bryant shall also provide those same
documents to Judgment Creditor’s counsel by end of day today.
https://www.clerkofcourt.maricopa.gov/services/exhibits-submission
Commissioner Owen’s division will handle all hearings remotely via video conference
through Court Connect and Microsoft TEAMS unless Commissioner Owen grants a specific
exception in writing to conduct a hearing in person. Please join my meeting from your computer,
tablet or smartphone using the following connection information:
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
www.tinyurl.com/jbazmc-pcc07
You can also dial in using your phone (audio only).
+1 (917) 781-4590, Phone Conference ID: 604 064 885#
NOTE: All court proceedings are recorded digitally and not by a court reporter.
Pursuant to Local Rule 2.22, if a party desires a court reporter for any proceeding in which a
court reporter is not mandated by Arizona Supreme Court Rule 30, the party must submit a
written request to the assigned judicial officer at least ten (10) judicial days in advance of the
hearing and must pay the authorized fee to the Clerk of the Court at least two (2) judicial days
before the proceeding. The fee is $140 for a half-day and $280 for a full day.
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/06/2026
Docket Code 004
Form V000A
Page 3
9:27 a.m. Matter concludes.
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SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/09/2026
Docket Code 020
Form V000A
Page 1
CLERK OF THE COURT
HONORABLE ADDISON OWEN
K. Cabral
Deputy
SUNDANCE RESIDENTIAL HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION INC
NIKITA VERMA PATEL
v.
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
1887 S 215TH DR
BUCKEYE AZ 85326
LIBERTY MUTUAL GROUP INC
175 BERKELEY ST
BOSTON MA 02116
COMM. OWEN
MINUTE ENTRY
Courtroom 513-VC-CV East Court Building
10:30 a.m. This is the time set for a virtual Garnishment Hearing. Judgment Creditor,
Sundance Residential Homeowners Association, Inc., is represented by counsel, Dianne
Dickman appearing for counsel of record, Nikita Verma Patel. Judgment Debtor, Christian
Bryant, is neither present nor represented by counsel.
A record of the proceedings is made digitally in lieu of a court reporter.
Discussion is held regarding the status of the case and counsel informs the Court that the
Judgment Debtor did submit a document to her office. The Court notes that no documents have
been received by the Division.
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/09/2026
Docket Code 020
Form V000A
Page 2
10:34 a.m. The Court stands in recess to allow Judgment Debtor a chance to appear.
10:36 a.m. Court reconvenes with all parties and counsel present.
A record of the proceedings is made digitally in lieu of a court reporter.
Discussion is held regarding the pay stub sent in by Judgment Debtor.
For the reasons stated on the record,
IT IS ORDERED taking this matter under advisement.
11:01 a.m. Matter concludes.
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02/19/2026 8:00 AM
SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA
MARICOPA COUNTY
TJ 2025-000113
02/17/2026
Docket Code 926
Form V000A
Page 1
CLERK OF THE COURT
HONORABLE ADDISON OWEN
P. Reyes/L. Palmert
Deputy
SUNDANCE RESIDENTIAL HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION INC
NIKITA VERMA PATEL
v.
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
CHRISTIAN BRYANT
1887 S 215TH DR
BUCKEYE AZ 85326
LIBERTY MUTUAL GROUP INC
175 BERKELEY ST
BOSTON MA 02116
COMM. OWEN
MINUTE ENTRY
Based upon matters presented to the Court,
The Court finds Judgment Debtor has proven by clear and convincing evidence that her
family would suffer extreme economic hardship as a result of the garnishment. Therefore,
IT IS ORDERED reducing the amount of nonexempt earnings withheld under the
continuing lien to five percent (5%) in accordance with A.R.S. § 12-1598.10(F), which
represents maximum reduction permitted within the Court’s discretion.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED Counsel for the Judgment Creditor shall submit a
proposed form of Order for Continuing Lien for the Court’s review and signature by February
27, 2026.
