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Michael James Watson
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Biography
Michael J. Watson has extensive experience in assisting insurance carriers and third-party administrators in all aspects of handling disputed, questioned or fraudulent claims. Mr. Watson regularly conducts examinations under oath, advises insurance carriers on coverage issues, and litigates first-party matters in Texas and Federal Courts stemming from residential and commercial property claims, auto property claims, staged accidents, arson, and claims involving inflated or fraudulent medical expenses.
In addition to his insurance coverage practice, Mr. Watson has substantial experience defending agents in E&O matters and in defending third-party wrongful death, premises liability, construction defect and other negligence claims.
Mr. Watson received his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 1998 where he graduated Cum Laude. He was also a member of South Texas Law Review.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Insurance
50%
27 years
Insurance Fraud
50%
25 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Texas for 27 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Martin, Disiere, Jefferson & Wisdom, LLP
16000 N. Dallas Pkwy., Suite 800, Dallas, TX, 75248
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Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Not reccomended
POOR communication, causing me to LOSE my case. I would NOT recommend Mr. Michael James Watson.
Posted by Melissa | March 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Best attorney
The one and only thing I can speak of about Micheal Watson is that he was and will always remain the best attorney that I have ever had in my life. I’ve been in trouble a few times in my time, and he went to bat for me and I just wanted to hope on this app, and give him a quick shout out!!! Thank you...
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Experience
Honors
2011
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Order of Lytae, STCL
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Partner, Walker Sewell LLP
2002 - 2005
Associate, Sandbote & Waggoner
Associations
2010 - Present
International Association of Special Investigation UnitsMember
2010 - Present
North Texas Chapter - International Association of Special Investigation UnitsMember
Dallas Bar Association
Member
American Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
Texas Association of Defense Counsel
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Lainie Whitmire v. National Cutting Horse Assn.
Successful jury trial on breach of oral contract and false imprisonment claims.
TIG Insurance Company v. Stebbins Five Companies, Ltd.
Successfully obtained dismissal of all claims
Clicks Billiards, Inc. v. Hilb, Rogal & Hobbs of Dallas, Inc., et al.
Successfully obtained favorable summary judgment rulings on various claims leading to highly favorable settlement for agent.
Education
1998
South Texas College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
West Texas A&M University Canyon, Texas
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Continuing Education Seminars
Prompt Payment of Claims
N/A
Continuing Education
Ethical Fraud Investigations
Publications
2010
Dallas Bar Association, Headnotes
“When is it Bad Faith to Settle for Policy Limits?”
Languages
English