A notice of hearing provides formal notice of the date, time, location or platform, and subject matter of a court hearing. In Arizona family law both parties must receive proper notice of any hearing before the court can take action. Due process requires notice and an opportunity to be heard.

Notices of hearing may come from the court, from opposing counsel, or from both depending on the type of proceeding. When you receive a notice of hearing read it carefully. Note the date, time, and what is being addressed. Calendar it immediately. Prepare for it.

If you do not receive notice of a hearing and an order is entered at that hearing without your knowledge you may have grounds to seek relief from the order. But the better practice is to ensure that the court and opposing counsel always have your current contact information.