If a licensee requires outside help to collect her legitimately earned compensation, where would she initiate action?

When a licensee seeks to collect compensation that she has legitimately earned but is unable to receive it, initiating action in court is often the appropriate step. Courts provide a legal venue where disputes over contractual agreements, including those involving compensation, can be resolved. This allows the licensee to present evidence, assert her rights under the contract, and potentially receive a judgment for the amount owed.

Other options, while they may serve different purposes, are not direct pathways to collect payment. Mediation services might help in settling disputes amicably and could be a preliminary step before court action, but they do not result in a legal judgment. Approaching the Arizona Department of Real Estate could be pertinent if there were violations of real estate laws, but their function is regulatory rather than to enforce payment of commissions. Contacting the employing broker might provide a direct discussion on the compensation issue, but if the broker is unwilling or unable to assist in getting the compensation, this does not resolve the legal claim. Therefore, pursuing action in court is the proper and most effective avenue to legally enforce the collection of earned compensation.