Jonathan Donald Watson

Jonathan Donald Watson

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 15 years

Family Lawyer at Decatur, AL
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

Attorney at Law, 517 Bank Street NE Ste D, Decatur, AL

About Jonathan

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 35%

15 years

35%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 15 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2010

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Jonathan D. Watson

Attorney at Law, 517 Bank Street NE Ste D, Decatur, AL, 35601

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Jonathan Donald Watson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alex & Erin | January 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Very Knowledgeable and Easy to Work With

Mr. Watson was a very easy to work with on our child support case. We were out of state and needed somebody to represent us in court. Mr. Watson was superb at communicating to us what was happening in the case against DHR. He notified us with plenty of time to square away travel plans if we needed to... be present in court on a specific date. He was very knowledgeable about the law and was always on top of our case. He made everything understandable to us that are not familiar with all of the legal jargon. I would positively recommend him to future clients and I would personally use him again if I ever need another lawyer (which I hope we do not).

Posted by Karen | November 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommend Jonathan Watson

We had an excellent experience with Jonathan Watson as our attorney. We were particularly pleased with the amount of empathy he expressed to our family during these troubling times. His knowledge of the law was outstanding and ultimately led to a favorable court decision. He was prompt, attentive and... reasonably priced. We highly recommend him.

Posted by Vickie | June 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent representation by Jonathan Watson

Jonathan Watson is one of the best attorneys I have had to represent me. His attention to detail, tenacity in determining the facts, and dedication is unmatched. He represented me in seeking custody for my young granddaughter after my daughter’s death. A challenge was made by the absent father and... the ramifications of an unhealthy situation for my granddaughter should he have won was very trying for me emotionally. Mr. Watson skillfully and compassionately managed my emotional tangents and, in court, demonstrated a masterful presentation of the facts and exposed the true motives of the father. The outcome was I received full custody and shall be forever grateful for his representation. I highly recommend Mr. Watson and believe his approach to the attorney/client relationship is unmatched.

Posted by Lacianna | March 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Attorney youll ever find

I hired Jonathan D. Watson to work my sale-for-division case, divorce case, & my fathers estate case. He won my sale-for-division case. He got everything I asked for in my divorce. Jonathan worked his butt off for me in the courtroom & out of the courtroom. I tell you, he is nothing to play with in t...hat courtroom. If I was an attorney, I wouldn't EVER want to go up against him. He is currently working on my father's estate case. He stayed in constant contact with me to keep me informed on what he was doing on my cases. Jonathan & his staff are truly THE ABSOLUTE BEST. I recommend him to the world. He's so dedicated to each client. He's honest & he's gonna do everything in his power as your attorney to make sure you come out a winner with your case. His fees are so reasonable & very well worth it. I call Jonathan & his staff my Dream Team because that's truly what they are.

Posted by Jonathan | March 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney

A great attorney

Jonathan was very precise and took care of all my legal needs. He's a great guy and he makes himself available for his clients. I recommend him to everyone.

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Jonathan Donald Watson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gary Anderson

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Jonathan Donald Watson has demonstrated a high level of talent and devotion to his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him."

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Angela Daniel

Family lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've been an opponent in several cases with Mr. Watson and have referred him cases in his jurisdiction. He is a FIGHTER. He works hard for his clients and is also a very personable guy to deal with."

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Robert Goldsmith

Personal injury lawyer

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Angela Daniel

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Bench and Bar Legal Honor Society, University of Alabama School of Law

2010

Order of the Samaritan, University of Alabama School of Law

2010

Dean's Community Service Award, University of Alabama School of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Jonathan D. Watson, Attorney at Law

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Watson & Davis, LLP

Associations

2010 - Present

Morgan County Bar Association

Past Treasurer

2011 - 2015

Rebuilding Together

Board of Directors

2011 - 2014

Animal Friends Humane Society

Board of Directors

2010 - 2013

Morgan County Young Lawyers Association

Past President

2004 - 2006

Teach for America

Corp Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Pegues v. Shamrock Homeowners Association, Inc., 2150381 (Ala.Civ.App.2016)

Ex parte Chesnut, 208 So.3d 624 (Ala.2016)

Ex parte K.L.A.H., 2140824 (Ala.Civ.App.2015)

Chesnut v. Board of Zoning Adjustment, 208 So.3d 609 (Ala.Civ.App.2015)

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Education

2010

University of Alabama School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Emory University

Masters

2001

University of Alabama - Birmingham

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Planning for the Inevitable

Estate Planning for Seniors

Languages

English

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