Atty. Steven J. Watson

Atty. Steven J. Watson

Steven J. Watson is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury defense, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law.

St. Johnsbury St. Johnsbury 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Steven J. Watson at a glance

Steven J. Watson is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, insurance, and appellate attorney based in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1990), Vermont (1991), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1994), and U.S. Supreme Court (2000). Educated at Franklin Pierce Law Center (J.D., 1990) and Duke University (Goddard College, 1970). Serands clients in St. Johnsbury, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Steven J. Watson is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury defense, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a degree from Duke University in 1970, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Steven practices in St. Johnsbury, VT

Practice Areas Explained

Steven J. Watson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven J. 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.

Steven J. Watson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Vermont →

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.

Steven J. Watson is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Vermont →

Family Law

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

Steven J. Watson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Vermont →

Insurance Law

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

Steven J. Watson is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Vermont →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Steven J. Watson is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Vermont →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven J. Watson

Where is Steven J. Watson's law office located?
Steven J. Watson's law practice is located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven J. Watson handle?
Steven J. Watson focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has Steven J. Watson practiced law?
Steven J. Watson has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Steven J. Watson go to law school?
Steven J. Watson earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (Goddard College, 1970).
How can I contact Steven J. Watson for a consultation?
You can contact Steven J. 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.

Education

J.D.
Franklin Pierce Law Center
- 1990
Goddard College
Duke University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1990
Vermont
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000

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