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can an unlicensed steel fabricator file a countersuit for not allowing him to complete a job?

ArizonaPayment Disputes

We had hired an unlicensed steel fabricator to design and install a security door and view fencing and gates for our yard. He had asked for 1/2 of the cost for a deposit for "steel", which was $3200. We gave him cash. $1000 was for the security door and the rest was for the steel for our project. We had many issues with just getting our security door installed, the work was not good. We do not want to continue with him or allow him to finish the job. We are asking for our 2300 dollars back or the equivalent of steel. He is refusing to give us anything back.

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May 12, 2020
An unlicensed contractor cannot sue for payment for unlicensed work in Arizona. So he cannot assert a counterclaim for unlicensed work. However, the unlicensed contractor is entitled to defend any lawsuit brought against him.
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