Atty. Scott A. Erickson

Atty. Scott A. Erickson

Scott Erickson is an AV-rated Certified Specialist in Estate and Trust Law and a past chair of the State Bar of Arizona's Estate and Trust Advisory Commission, which assists the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization in the certification of estate and trust law practitioners. A partner at Frazer Ryan, Scott has an estate planning practice encompassing asset protection planning, business succession planning, charitable gift planning, pre-marital planning, probate and trust administration, business formation, the purchase/sale of interests in family owned entities and closely held business entiti

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About Scott A. Erickson at a glance

Scott A. Erickson is a trusts attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Frazer Ryan Goldberg & Arnold LLP. Admitted to practice in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona. Educated at The University of Texas (J.D., 1993) and Stanford University (BA, 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Asset Protection (2026). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Scott Erickson is an AV-rated Certified Specialist in Estate and Trust Law and a past chair of the State Bar of Arizona's Estate and Trust Advisory Commission, which assists the Arizona Board of Legal Specialization in the certification of estate and trust law practitioners
  • A partner at Frazer Ryan, Scott has an estate planning practice encompassing asset protection planning, business succession planning, charitable gift planning, pre-marital planning, probate and trust administration, business formation, the purchase/sale of interests in family owned entities and closely held business entities

Practice Areas Explained

Scott A. Erickson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott A. Erickson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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 Phoenix 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 Scott A. Erickson

Where is Scott A. Erickson's law office located?
Scott A. Erickson's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Frazer Ryan Goldberg & Arnold LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott A. Erickson handle?
Scott A. Erickson focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
Where did Scott A. Erickson go to law school?
Scott A. Erickson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (BA, 1985).
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What awards or recognition has Scott A. Erickson received?
Scott A. Erickson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Asset Protection; Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning; Best Lawyers in America — Planning for Closely Held Businesses.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
The University of Texas
- 1993
BA
Stanford University
- 1985

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Asset Protection
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Planning for Closely Held Businesses
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Probate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trust Administration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Southwest Super Lawyers, 2008-2015
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Best of the Bar,”
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Phoenix Business Journal,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Certified Specialist in Estate and Trust Law, Arizona Board of Legal Specialization
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Arizona, State Bar of Arizona

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