Dean Watts

Dean Watts

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Nacogdoches, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement

120 E Pillar St, Nacogdoches, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 28 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1997

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Dean Watts, Attorney At Law

120 E Pillar St, Nacogdoches, TX, 75961-5570

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Dean Watts's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Posted by William | June 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal Justice Lawyer

My son quickly found himself on the wrong side of the law while a student at Stephen F Austin. I found my self in unfamiliar territory and didn't know what to do. My first thought was, it's no way we can take on the county of Nacogdoches and the state of Texas, they are a power house with unlimited ...resources. I begin to call and research for legal help. One call stood out above the rest and it was Attorney Dean Watts, it was his knowledge of the law, but I mostly like his honestly. He did not sugar coat anything by telling me what I want to hear. My family hire Attorney Watts and it was the right decision. My son case was eventually dismissed, only because of the hard work by Attorney Dean Watts. I strongly recommend that you hire a criminal justice lawyer, one who will keep you informed, as well as being dedicated to his line of work. He is the Criminal Justice Lawyer to call. There is no way you can take on a power house County or the state of Texas along. Make that call to Mr. Watts.

Posted by Eunice | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Better Than the Best

If you are in need of legal aid I highly suggest that you contact the law offices of Mr. Watts was assigned to my case a little over a year ago and has fought for me relentlessly. He has stayed positive and very determined and made sure that I came out with the Best possible outcome in my case. He wa...s sure to keep me in the loop and made sure that I understood everything that was going on along the way. With Mr. Dean as my attorney I had a sure feeling that things would work out in my favor, and they did. Mr. Watts went above and beyond for me and I guarantee that he'll do the same for you. I am very pleased with his services and I couldn't be more happier as a client. So I recommend that you contact his offices and retain him for legal aid.

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Beyond My Expectations!!!

I do not live in East Texas, therefore I was very uncertain about finding the best lawyer to handle my case. Through a little research and a few phone calls, I felt Mr. Watts would be the best to take care of me. Not only did he help me, he exceeded my expectations! He is compassionate, kind and atte...ntive. He was always prompted in contacting me and staying in touch. I truly cannot say enough good things about him! He made me feel as if I was his only client and that's hard to come by. He is great at listening to your needs and very helpful in explaining exactly what to expect. If you want someone that truly cares this is the Lawyer you want in your corner! I plan to continue using his services for consultation and help in the future and would recommend his services to anyone! If you want care, compassion and attentiveness, look no further!

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Advocate

Mr. Watts was patient with all of our questions, he has a kind and reassuring demeanor that is comforting in such a scary situation. He was always in constant communication with us, walking us through each step of the process. He had an excellent instinct in how to handle our case and was successful ...in it's resolution. We would highly recommend Dean Watts.

Posted by Pooja | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The Best!

Mr.Watts is amazing and knowledgeable at what he does. As a student, he has helped make things a very simple process for me. He is very understanding and gets the job done in a timely manner. Unlike other lawyers in town, Mr. Watts is very responsive and if he is in court, his secretary is very sweet... and makes sure to communicate through for you. I wouldn't have chosen anybody else and strongly recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer.

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Dean Watts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephen Handy

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Dean Watts for any criminal matter. He is very knowledgeable, timely and reliable. He does everything in his power to obtain a favorable result for his client. Thank you Dean again and I look forward to working with you on the next one."

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Susan Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Watts and I represented a mutual client in separate counties. The client faced serious felony indictments. He resolved the client's case in his county first, and by virtue of his excellent work, I was able to have the client's case in my county dismissed on all grounds. I looked good, but Mr. Watts deserves the credit! He is brilliant, and I hope to collaborate again soon."

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William Agnew

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is board certified in Criminal Law, very easy to deal with and an excellent criminal trial lawyer. He is also extremely honest with his clients and is fair and reasonable."

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Stephen Handy

DUI and DWI lawyer

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James Handy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Susan Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Agnew

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Founder, Dean Watts Attorney at Law

Associations

2020 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board Member

2020 - Present

Nacogdoches County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Cerfitied Criminal Law

2000 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit

Member

1998 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer Association

Member

1998 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas

Member

2005 - 2006

College of the State Bar of Texas

Member

1999 - 2000

Harris County Criminal Defense Lawyers Assocation

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Retaliation against Police Officer

Conviction Reversed

Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance

Dismissed

Criminal Mischief

Dismissed

Assault Family Violence

Dismissed

Felony Theft

Dismissed

Possession of a Controlled Substance

Dismissed

Criminal Mischief

Dismissed

Aggraved Robbery

Dismissed

Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle

Dismissed

DWI

Dismissed

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Education

1999

National Criminal Defense College

1996

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1992

The George Washinton University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Nacogdoches Film Festival Entertainment Law and Filmmaking

Publications

2024

The Voice (TCDLA)) Fingerprints Evidence in Drug Cases: An Underused Defense

2023

The Voice (TCDLA)) Managed Assigned Counsel Programs: What They Are and Why You Should Care

2023

The Voice (TCDLA)) Petition for Discretionary Review Guidance for the Rural Practitioner 3 Things to Avoid When Writing Your PDR

2022

The Voice (TCDLA)) Simplify Your Pre-Trial Motions

2022

The Voice (TCDLA)) Learned Treatises: An Obscure Law School Evidence Question or a Powerful Weapon for the Rural Practitioner to Use at Trial?

2019

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Voice for the Defense Small Town Advice for the Big City Lawyer

2016

Voice for the Defense (Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association) Privilege vs. Confidentiality

Languages

English

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