Nancy F. Baskin, Esq., ADR Attorney in Newton, Massachusetts
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on ADR and Family Law · 4.4/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Managing PartneratBaskin Kershner & Thorp, LLC
Newton, MA
Practicing adr in Newton since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Nancy F. Baskin, Esq. is a managing partner based in Newton, MA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Nancy has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baskin Kershner & Thorp, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Newton, MA
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- ADR · Family Law
- Handles ADR and Family Law matters from Newton, MA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Nancy F. Baskin, Esq.: Nancy F. Baskin, Esq. is a managing partner based in Newton, MA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Nancy has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baskin Kershner & Thorp, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nancy takes on
Nancy concentrates on adr and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nancy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases in Newton, Massachusetts
Nancy takes adr matters in Newton, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Newton, Massachusetts
Nancy takes family law matters in Newton, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nancy F. Baskin, Esq. — adr lawyer in Newton
Nancy F. Baskin, Esq. is a managing partner based in Newton, MA. The practice focuses on ADR and Family Law. Nancy has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Baskin Kershner & Thorp, LLC. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Attorney Nancy Baskin brings over thirty-five years of experience in the field of family law to her clients' cases. She graduated from Dartmouth College cum laude in 1981 and, after spending a year working for the United States Senate, attended New York University School of Law, from which she received her J.D. in 1985. While at law school, Ms. Baskin served as a member of the editorial staff and then an editor of the New York University Law Review. She is the author of an article entitled "Widgery v. United States: Probable Acquittal," 59 New York University Law Review 1285, 1984. After two years of practicing commercial real estate in a large law firm in Manhattan, Ms. Baskin began exclusively practicing domestic relations law in 1988, first at the premier Manhattan divorce law firm now known as Aronson, Mayefsky & Sloan, LLP for approximately five years and then, upon relocating to Boston in 1993, with a well-respected Boston domestic relations firm for five years. After practicing in the domestic relations department of a large law firm for over two years, Ms. Baskin opened her own practice in Boston in 2001. Ms. Baskin's firm has since grown to four attorneys, all exclusively practicing domestic relations law. She is widely regarded as a preeminent practitioner in the field of family law.
Ms. Baskin has been appointed by the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court as a Discovery Master and as a Guardian ad Litem and is a volunteer for the Probate and Family Court Lawyer for the Day program. She is trained in collaborative law, and practices both litigation and mediation. She has served as a mediator and a conciliator in divorce cases, including at the request of other Boston family law attorneys. Ms. Baskin is admitted to practice in Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut and is a member of the Women's Bar Association and of the Family Law Sections of the Boston Bar Association, Massachusetts Bar Association, and American Bar Association.
Published Works
• Co-Author, Holding the "Trump" Card Fairshare: The Matrimonial Law Monthly, April, 1990
Pro Bono Activities
• Probate and Family Court Lawyer for the Day Program, Volunteer
Professional Associations And Activities
• Massachusetts Family and Probate American Inns of Court - Member
• Association of the Bar of the City of New York, Committee on Family Court and Family Law - Member, 1987 to 1990
• New York State Bar Association - Member
• Connecticut Bar Association - Member
• Boston Bar Association - Member
• Massachusetts Bar Association - Member
• Women’s Bar Association - Member
• American Bar Association, Family Law Committee - Member
Nancy's approach to adr cases
Attorney Nancy Baskin brings over thirty-five years of experience in the field of family law to her clients' cases. She graduated from Dartmouth College cum laude in 1981 and, after spending a year working for the United States Senate, attended New York University School of Law, from which she received her J.D. in 1985. While at law school, Ms. Baskin served as a member of the editorial staff and…
The kind of cases Nancy takes
Nancy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and family law matters in Newton and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York University School of Law
J.D. Law · 1985
Dartmouth College
A.B. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Nancy's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2002 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2001 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1994 · ACTIVE
New York
1987 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
1986 · ACTIVE
Nancy studied at J.D. Law in New York University School of Law and A.B. in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Nancy completed J.D. Law in New York University School of Law and A.B. in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nancy runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Nancy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Nancy's professional memberships and bar associations
Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State Bar Association Connecticut Bar Association Boston Bar Association Massachusetts Bar Association Women’s Bar Association American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Nancy F. Baskin, Esq.'s office in Newton
Nancy's primary office is at One Gateway Center 300 Washington Street, Suite 450, Newton, MA, 02458. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Baskin Kershner & Thorp, LLC
One Gateway Center 300 Washington Street, Suite 450
Newton, MA 02458
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Client reviews of Nancy F. Baskin, Esq. — 4.4/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
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How to hire Nancy F. Baskin, Esq. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nancy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nancy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy'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; Nancy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Newton, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Nancy
Nancy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Nancy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nancy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Nancy F. Baskin, Esq.
How much does it cost to hire Nancy for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nancy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nancy offer a free consultation?
Nancy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Nancy's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple adr 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. Nancy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nancy take my case if I'm outside Newton?
Nancy is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nancy 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 Nancy?
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. Nancy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nancy accepting new adr clients right now?
Nancy'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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