Atty. Patrick Watts

Atty. Patrick Watts

Patrick Watts is a lawyer practicing family law, international family law, alternative dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from The College of Wooster in 1999, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Columbus Columbus 28 Years Experience 28 year
Call (380) 232-2519

Profile Summary

About Patrick Watts at a glance

Patrick Watts is an Attorney based in Columbus, Ohio. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, business, workers comp, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998) and Ohio U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S (2002). Educated at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law (J.D., 2002) and The College of Wooster (B.A. Political, 1999). Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick Watts is a lawyer practicing family law, international family law, alternative dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from The College of Wooster in 1999, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Patrick practices in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Watts's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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

Patrick Watts is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

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

Patrick Watts is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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Workers Compensation

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

Patrick Watts is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Patrick Watts is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick Watts

Where is Patrick Watts's law office located?
Patrick Watts's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Watts handle?
Patrick Watts focuses on family law, employment, business, workers comp, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Patrick Watts practiced law?
Patrick Watts has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Patrick Watts go to law school?
Patrick Watts earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A. Political, 1999).
How can I contact Patrick Watts for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
- 2002
B.A. Political
The College of Wooster
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998
Ohio U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S
Admitted: 2002

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