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Atty. David E. Wattel

Atty. David E. Wattel

David Wattel is a founding member of the law firm of Wattel & York. Mr.

Mesa Mesa 38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (844) 463-6888

Profwith Summary

About David E. Wattel at a glance

David E. Wattel is a Founding Attorney based in Mesa, Arizona, practforg at Wattel York. They haand 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1988), Washington (2015), and Oregon (2016). Educated at Arizona State University (J.D., 1988) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of State Bar of Arizona. Serands clients in Mesa, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profwith ยท Updated June 2026

About

  • David Wattel is a founding member of the law firm of Wattel & York
  • Mr. Wattel obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Illinois in 1984
  • He continued on to earn his Juris Doctor from the Arizona State University College of Law in 1988
  • He has devoted 20 years of law practice to representing those injured at the hands of others
  • He actively litigates cases and has represented more than 12,000 clients
  • In addition, Mr. Wattel trains physicians through the American Institute of Personal Injury Physicians (AIPIP), an organization founded by Wattel, on how to properly document personal injury claims
  • He also speaks nationally to auto body shops and their professional associations regarding diminished value and other property damage related subjects
  • Mr. Wattel is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, and the State Bar of Arizona
  • He is licensed to practice in the State of Arizona, as well as the United States District Court, District of Arizona

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practforg law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Mesa are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is David E. Wattel's law office located?
David E. Wattel's law practice is located in Mesa, Arizona. The firm is Wattel York. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has David E. Wattel practiced law?
David E. Wattel has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did David E. Wattel go to law school?
David E. Wattel earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
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What awards or recognition has David E. Wattel receiandd?
David E. Wattel's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Arizona State University
- 1988
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1988
Washington
Admitted: 2015
Oregon
Admitted: 2016

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