Joshua Michael Baskin

Joshua Michael Baskin

also known as Joshua M Baskin

3.5
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice

4000 MacArthur Blvd., 6th Floor, East Tower, Newport Beach, CA

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 80%

All facets of criminal and traffic cases are handled from DUIs, Drugs (Sales/Distribution/Possession), Assaults, Burglary, Thefts, Traffic Citations, and more.

15 years

80%
Family 15%

Handle all facets of family law cases from divorces, child custody & visitation, support issues, adoptions, guardianship and more.

15 years

15%
General Practice 5%

Work on various general practice issues ranging from reviewing Contracts, preparing Wills, preparing Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements, Unlawful Detainers, and various other aspects.

15 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Joshua M. Baskin dba Orange County Criminal Attorney Law Firm

4000 MacArthur Blvd., 6th Floor, East Tower, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Joshua Michael Baskin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.5 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Wendy | June 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

"Well done, good and faithful servant" - Matthew 25-23

I am so grateful to Joshua and his team; I have been in a custody/visitation battle with the children's father for almost a year and was unrepresented. In my despair and feeling I was being bullied into signing a stipulation I was absolutely not comfortable with; Joshua and his team came in clutch in... my last hearing and settled the case in the kids favor-exactly what i was hoping for. Joshua with only 2 days' notice, diligently did his deep dive into the case, seeing exactly what the root cause of this battle was about. He was patient and compassionate to what i had to say and felt and listened with a patient ear to all that had transpired since the start. In court Joshua spoke about me and the children as if he was on the case since the beginning, that shows me he cares. God expects His people to use the "talents"—skills, resources, abilities—which He has given them. we're expected to faithfully use those blessings in godly ways. We are not meant to bury them and do nothing. Joshua and his team are an example of this and nothing less. Thank you, Joshua -God Bless

Posted by Laura | January 23, 2024 | Child Custody

Expeditious Quality Assistance

I was hesitant for years to file for custody of my children due to hearing from so many that the process is long, the court system focuses on mistakes with forms to prolong the already stressful experience & lawyers charge an arm and a leg to help you. This was not the case with Baskin Law Office! ... First their reply was so fast! It was a little too good to be true since earlier I received a fast response from another law office. The results of a consultation with the other guys left me feeling rushed, judged & overwhelmed! Not Baskin Law office, they responded in a timely manner, described their services for assisting in filling out the proper custody forms, requested details from me via email & had a rush service in place & quickly sent an appointment to meet in office for further assistance & explanation of the best approach for my case. Baskin Law provided excellent customer service & a thorough explanation of the process. After working with them I understood everything and felt at ease moving forward. The group at Baskin Law were so relatable as well and seemed to truly care about helping me. To hear that I can consult with them if I needed any more assistance after filing, helped me feel supported and assured me that the move I was making was the right one. I implore people to go with Baskin Law for your needs, as your needs will surely be exceeded!

Posted by ALFONSO | October 16, 2020 | Child Custody

Best expertise and advice

I consulted with this firm regarding my custody case. Mr. Baskin informed me a whole different perspective I did not know and advised me to act for a favorable solution and agreement on my case. That brought me peace of mind and a lot of confidence in their experience and the strong legal expertise.... I would definitively recommend their services.

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

This is the worst and most useless attorney I have ever hired

I hired Baskin to prepare paperwork for an ex-parte custody order. He charged me $1500 for something it would have taken his paralegal 45 minutes to an hour to prepare. I paid him an additional $2000 to represent me in the custody proceeding and other than filing an appearance, he did ABSOLUTELY no...thing. He is extremely unresponsive, does not take direction of what you ask him to do. I wrote the responses to the declarations from the opposing side and sent them off to him for review, copying and pasting on July 22nd and he returned them in mid-September after numerous requests and a litany of excuses. He not only consumed all of the retainer with nothing but answering an email and a couple of phone calls plus a couple hours of paralegal work, but he had the audacity to send me a bill for an additional $750. This guy is a joke. Steer clear of him. He smells like a sole practitioner desperate for cash.

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Joshua Michael Baskin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ron Quijada

Family lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Baskin is the kind of lawyer who truly cares about his clients. His extensive experience handling family law matters in Orange County makes him a trusted and respected attorney in our legal community."

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Thomas Matthews

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joshua Baskin is a highly respected attorney in the community. He represents his clients with passion, integrity, and obtains great results for his clients time and time again. I strongly recommend Attorney Joshua Baskin."

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James Filicia

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Josh is an excellent Criminal Defense lawyer. I refer all of my criminal cases to his firm. He truly cares about his clients, and treats them with professionalism. I would highly recommend his services."

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David Ruyle

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Josh takes the time to provide each client with the time and experience needed for the best result possible."

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Negin Yamini

Unknown lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Holmes

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joshua has proven himself to be a compassionate and aggressive lawyer. His knowledge of the law, combined with he passion for his clients, makes him a great legal advocate."

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Stephen Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joshua is a highly competent and skilled attorney. After a ferocious court room showdown with no clear victor, Joshua showed his remarkable negotiation skills and professional demeanor which quickly led to a settlement."

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Justin Lo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Josh is a very seasoned Orange County defense attorney. Whenever I have questions , Josh is always ready and able to help me solve difficult and challenging problems."

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P. Jeffrey Voll

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have sent Michael several referrals over the past 4-5 years as he practices in an area that I don't take cases in. He has repeatedly exceeded mine and my clients expectations regarding the favorable dispositions of those cases. I will continue to refer him to those needing a solid, tenacious and reliable lawyer to defend those clients in court. He is that good!"

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Thomas Filicia

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have been working with Josh for several months in Orange County, and have learned a great deal from him. He manages his practice very professionally, and is always available for his clients. If you are looking for a Criminal Defense Attorney in Southern California, I would highly recommend him."

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Matthew Ruff

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Josh is a true professional. He is trustworthy and very knowledgable about the Local Courts"

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Thomas Filicia

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Ruyle

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Matthews

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Smith

Family lawyer

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Negin Yamini

Criminal defense lawyer

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Justin Lo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Holmes

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top 10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2018

Top Attorney, Avvo

2018

Top Contributor, Avvo

2018

Association, Esteemed Lawyers of America

2018

5 Star Review Badge, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

2018

Member, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2017

Top Attorney, Avvo

2017

Top Contributor, Avvo

2016

Top Pro, Thumbtack

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Joshua M. Baskin

2013 - 2015

Of Counsel, Skipper, Singer & Associates

2009 - 2009

Clerkship, Superior Court of San Bernardino

2007 - 2011

Legal Intern, Law Offices of Matthew J. Singer

Associations

2018 - Present

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Attorney Member

2018 - Present

Esteemed Lawyers of America

Attorney Member

2018 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2017 - 2018

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2018

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2018

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

San Bernardino Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2015 - 2016

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2013 - 2014

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. NW

Plead to only DUI, all other charges dismissed.

People v. Reyes

Reduced Plea from Life In Prison down to 16 yrs in Prison

People v. NW

DEJ

People v. AH

Case Dismissed.

People v. DE

All charges dismissed

People v. Lopez

Dismissed one DUI and drop other to Wet Reckless

Gonzalez v. Pedro

Obtained favorable divorce for client resulting in physical custody with only limited visitation to father.

People v. KN

Dismissed

Macias v. Viveros

Obtained favorable divorce for wife with child and spousal support, return of wife's separate property and equal distribution of community property.

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Education

2011

Whittier College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of the Pacific

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Building and Growing a Successful Practice

Managing Client Expectations

2015

Defending the DUI/DWI

Defending Your Client After a Blood Draw

2014

CTA Yearly Conference

Teaching Credential Revocation Concerns

2013

CTA Yearly Conference

Defending Teacher with Criminal Allegations

Publications

2018

San Diego Downtown News How an Arrest Turns to Charges

2018

San Diego Uptown News How an Arrest Turns to Charges

2018

La Mesa Carrier How an Arrest Turns to Charges

2018

Mission Valley News How an Arrest Turns to Charges

2018

Mission Times Courier How an Arrest Turns to Charges

2018

San Diego Downtown News Marijuana is Legal Now -- What Does That Mean?

2018

San Diego Uptown News Marijuana is Legal Now - What Does That Mean?

2018

La Mesa Carrier Marijuana is Legal Now - What Does That Mean?

2018

Mission Valley News Marijuana is Legal Now - What Does That Mean?

2018

Mission Times Courier Marijuana is Legal Now - What Does That Mean?

2018

Self-Published Difference Between a Divorce & Legal Separation

2015

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Defending Your Client After A Blood Draw

Languages

English

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