Alan S. Baskin, Criminal Defense Attorney in Scottsdale, Arizona
focused on Criminal Defense, Securities, and White Collar
Scottsdale, AZ
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Alan S. Baskin is an attorney based in Scottsdale, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Securities, and White Collar. Currently practicing at Weiss Brown.
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- Scottsdale, ARIZONA
- Experience
- attorney
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- Criminal Defense · Securities · White Collar
- Handles Criminal Defense, Securities, and White Collar matters from Scottsdale, ARIZONA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Phoenix) (2019).
About Alan S. Baskin: Alan S. Baskin is an attorney based in Scottsdale, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Securities, and White Collar. Currently practicing at Weiss Brown.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Alan S. Baskin
Alan concentrates on criminal defense, securities, and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Securities
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White Collar
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Criminal Defense cases in Scottsdale, Arizona
Alan takes criminal defense matters in Scottsdale, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Scottsdale, Arizona
Alan takes securities matters in Scottsdale, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
White Collar cases in Scottsdale, Arizona
Alan takes white collar matters in Scottsdale, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Alan S. Baskin — Attorney of Arizona criminal defense experience
Alan S. Baskin is an attorney based in Scottsdale, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Securities, and White Collar. Currently practicing at Weiss Brown.
Alan S. Baskin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Securities Regulation.
Alan S., who practices law in Scottsdale, Arizona, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alan S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alan's approach to criminal defense cases
Alan S. Baskin is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Securities Regulation. Alan S., who practices law in Scottsdale, Arizona, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alan S. is held by other top lawyers…
Clients Alan works with
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, securities, and white collar matters in Scottsdale and the surrounding Arizona area.
Credentials
Alan S. Baskin's legal education and bar admissions
Arizona State University
J.D. · 1990
Alan studied at J.D. in Arizona State University.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in Arizona State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alan runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Alan S. Baskin
Alan has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Phoenix)
2019
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Phoenix) (2019). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation (2026).
Locations
Alan S. Baskin's office in Scottsdale
Alan's primary office is at 6263 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 340, Scottsdale, Arizona, 85250. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Weiss Brown
6263 North Scottsdale Road, Suite 340
Scottsdale, Arizona 85250
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How to hire Alan S. Baskin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Scottsdale, Arizona
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alan
Alan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan S. Baskin
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alan offer a free consultation?
Alan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Arizona typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alan take my case if I'm outside Scottsdale?
Alan is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alan accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Alan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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