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Charles Shinkle Watson

Also known as Chuck Watson
Charles Shinkle Watson

9.8

Superb

Experience 4.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 14

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Overview

Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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The fourth generation of my family to lawyer in the State of Illinois, service to the client was a fundamental part of my upbringing. I watched daily as my... more

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Client Reviews

Client Rating


5 star rating

“Great Attorney”

Posted by: Courtney, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: I hired Chuck as my attorney for my divorce case. I found him very knowledgeable and understanding when I had any questions for him. He did a... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

12 endorsements


J. Richard Kulerski

I not only endorse Charles Watson, I give him all five stars.

Endorsement from lawyer: J. Kulerski , Oak Brook (IL), 7 days ago
Josh Michael Friedman

I have come to know Mr. Watson through his postings on AVVO. His postings are always insightful and respectful, and he clearly has a deep knowledge... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Josh Friedman , Chicago (IL), About 1 month ago
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Résumé

 

License

30 years since Charles Shinkle Watson was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Illinois Active And Authorized To Practice Law 1983 05/02/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Owner at Watson Law, LLC 2011–present
Member at Watson & Linder 2009–2011
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Drake University Law School Law JD - Juris Doctor with Honors 1983
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Economics BS - Bachelor of Science 1980

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
BV Rating Martindale-Hubbell 2003

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Central District of Illinois Local Rules Committee 2007–present
Member National Employment Lawyers Association 1996–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 14
Answers: 395 Legal Answers
14 Best Answers - chosen by asker
216 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
54 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
0 Staff Picks
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Recent Developments in Employment Misclassification IRS Form 1099 Reporting: What You Need to Know 2012
Issues Unique to Harassment Cases 9th Annual Employment Law Update 2006
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