Atty. Howie Watt

Atty. Howie Watt

Mr. Howie Watt is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal, litigation: personal injury and 1 other area of law.

Denton Denton 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (940) 334-7149 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Howie Watt at a glance

Howie Watt is a Member based in Denton, Texas, practicing at The Law Office of Howard E. Watt, P.C.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1973). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1973) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Denton County Bar Association State Bar of Texas Texas Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Denton, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Howie Watt is a lawyer practicing personal injury, criminal, litigation: personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Howie received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Howie practices at The Law Office of Howard E. Watt, P.C. in Denton, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Howie Watt's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Howie Watt is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

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.

Howie Watt is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howie Watt

Where is Howie Watt's law office located?
Howie Watt's law practice is located in Denton, Texas. The firm is The Law Office of Howard E. Watt, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howie Watt handle?
Howie Watt focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Howie Watt practiced law?
Howie Watt has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Howie Watt go to law school?
Howie Watt earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Howie Watt for a consultation?
You can contact Howie Watt 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 Howie Watt received?
Howie Watt's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1973
B.B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1973

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