Atty. Michael Thomas Watkins

Atty. Michael Thomas Watkins

Michael Thomas Watkins is a lawyer practicing general, litigation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from California State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Seattle Seattle 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Thomas Watkins at a glance

Michael Thomas Watkins is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Law Offices of Michael T. Watkins. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1978) and Washington (1983). Educated at University of La Verne (J.D., 1978) and California State College (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Seattle-King County, Washington State and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Provides legal services in Bulgarian Finnish. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Thomas Watkins is a lawyer practicing general, litigation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from California State College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Michael practices at Law Offices of Michael T. Watkins in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Watkins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Thomas Watkins 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.

Michael Thomas Watkins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael Thomas Watkins is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael Thomas Watkins is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael Thomas Watkins is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Thomas Watkins

Where is Michael Thomas Watkins's law office located?
Michael Thomas Watkins's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Law Offices of Michael T. Watkins. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Watkins handle?
Michael Thomas Watkins focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Michael Thomas Watkins practiced law?
Michael Thomas Watkins has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
What languages does Michael Thomas Watkins speak?
Michael Thomas Watkins provides legal services in Bulgarian Finnish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Michael Thomas Watkins go to law school?
Michael Thomas Watkins earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Watkins for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Thomas Watkins 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 Michael Thomas Watkins received?
Michael Thomas Watkins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of La Verne
- 1978
B.A.
California State College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1978
Washington
Admitted: 1983

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