Atty. Bruce S. Griffen

Atty. Bruce S. Griffen

Bruce S. Griffen is an attorney with Griffen & Stevens Law Firm PLLC, serving clients in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Flagstaff Flagstaff 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Bruce S. Griffen at a glance

Bruce S. Griffen is a criminal defense and white collar attorney based in Flagstaff, Arizona, practicing at Griffen & Stevens Law Firm PLLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona (1978). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Flagstaff, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bruce S. Griffen is an attorney with Griffen & Stevens Law Firm PLLC, serving clients in Flagstaff, Arizona
  • His practice focuses on Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Criminal Defense: General Practice, representing individuals facing a wide range of state and federal criminal matters
  • Bruce S. has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2010 for his work in Criminal Defense: White-Collar and Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • This recognition is based on a peer-review process that reflects the professional respect of attorneys within the same geographic region and practice areas
  • With a longstanding commitment to criminal defense law, Bruce S. Griffen provides dedicated legal representation to clients throughout Flagstaff and Northern Arizona
  • As part of Griffen & Stevens Law Firm PLLC, he works closely with clients to address complex legal challenges while protecting their rights at every stage of the criminal justice process

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce S. Griffen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce S. Griffen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Flagstaff are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bruce S. Griffen

Where is Bruce S. Griffen's law office located?
Bruce S. Griffen's law practice is located in Flagstaff, Arizona. The firm is Griffen & Stevens Law Firm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce S. Griffen handle?
Bruce S. Griffen focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Bruce S. Griffen practiced law?
Bruce S. Griffen has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Bruce S. Griffen go to law school?
Bruce S. Griffen earned their education at (J.D., 1978).
How can I contact Bruce S. Griffen for a consultation?
You can contact Bruce S. Griffen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bruce S. Griffen received?
Bruce S. Griffen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, Tom Karas Criminal Justice Award (2009).

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1978

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Recipient, Tom Karas Criminal Justice Award (2009)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Arizona, State Bar of Arizona
Admitted: 1978

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