Atty. Alan J. Watson

Atty. Alan J. Watson

Alan J. Watson is a partner in the Los Angeles office of Holland & Knight and a member of the Litigation Department’s Construction Industry Practice Group.

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Profile Summary

About Alan J. Watson at a glance

Alan J. Watson is a construction attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California. Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Alan J. Watson is a partner in the Los Angeles office of Holland & Knight and a member of the Litigation Department’s Construction Industry Practice Group
  • Mr. Watson's responsibilities involve him in a variety of construction related disputes representing owners, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and designers
  • He has litigated many construction cases involving mechanic’s lien and stop notice disputes, construction defect issues, construction claims and Americans with Disability Act compliance claims
  • He is also involved with litigation related to construction and development including claims for wages and other employment issues, lien validity charges involving bankrupt owners and contractors, and evictions
  • Mr. Watson represents creditors in bankruptcy cases and has litigated numerous adversary proceedings involving preferential transfer claims
  • In his representation of clients, Mr. Watson has first chair jury and bench trial experience

Practice Areas Explained

Alan J. Watson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan J. Watson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Construction Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alan J. Watson

Where is Alan J. Watson's law office located?
Alan J. Watson's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan J. Watson handle?
Alan J. Watson focuses on construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Alan J. Watson go to law school?
Alan J. Watson earned their education at (J.D., 1995).
How can I contact Alan J. Watson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Alan J. Watson received?
Alan J. Watson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Scholar Athlete, University of California at Irvine; Best Lawyers in America — DePaul Business Law Journal.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1995

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Scholar Athlete, University of California at Irvine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — DePaul Business Law Journal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Dean's Honor List, University of California at Irvine
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Los Angeles)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California

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