Atty. Lex A. Watson II

Atty. Lex A. Watson II

Mr. Lex A.

Atlanta Atlanta 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Lex A. Watson II at a glance

Lex A. Watson II is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Merritt Watson Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1981), U.S. Tax Court (1982), Georgia (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia (1984). Educated at Emory University (LL.M. Taxation, 1983). Active member of North Carolina and American Bar Associations State Bar of Georgia North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Lex A. Watson II is a lawyer practicing partnerships, corporate law, taxation
  • Lex has been licensed for 45 years
  • Lex practices at Merritt Watson, LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Lex A. Watson II's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lex A. Watson II

Where is Lex A. Watson II's law office located?
Lex A. Watson II's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Merritt Watson Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lex A. Watson II handle?
Lex A. Watson II focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Lex A. Watson II practiced law?
Lex A. Watson II has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Lex A. Watson II go to law school?
Lex A. Watson II earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1983).
How can I contact Lex A. Watson II for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
Emory University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982
Georgia
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
Admitted: 1984

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