Atty. John D Watson

Atty. John D Watson

John D Watson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. John received a B.P.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Southaven Southaven 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About John D Watson at a glance

John D Watson is a Member based in Southaven, Mississippi, practicing at Law Offices of John D. Watson. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1997). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1997) and University of Mississippi (B.P.A., 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Southaven, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John D Watson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.P.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • John practices at Law Offices of John D. Watson in Southaven, MS

Practice Areas Explained

John D Watson's Areas of Practice

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

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.

John D Watson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

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.

John D Watson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Mississippi →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

John D Watson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Mississippi →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John D Watson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Mississippi →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John D Watson

Where is John D Watson's law office located?
John D Watson's law practice is located in Southaven, Mississippi. The firm is Law Offices of John D. Watson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John D Watson handle?
John D Watson focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has John D Watson practiced law?
John D Watson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John D Watson go to law school?
John D Watson earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.P.A., 1994).
How can I contact John D Watson for a consultation?
You can contact John D Watson 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 John D Watson received?
John D Watson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1997
B.P.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1994

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1997

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