The amount of a noncontingent indebtedness of a successor to the estate if due, or its present value if not due, shall be offset against the successor's interest, but the successor has the benefit of any defense which would be available to him in a direct proceeding for recovery of the debt.
A.R.S. § 14-3903
Right of retainer
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