Michael A. Watts

Michael A. Watts

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Litigation Lawyer at Colorado Springs, CO
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

2 N. Cascade, Suite 650, Colorado Springs, CO

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Litigation 50%

I specialize in advising, representing, and defending individuals and businesses in lawsuits, risk management, and board actions.

7 years

50%
Business 10%

7 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 16 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Retherford, Mullen & Moore, LLC

2 N. Cascade, Suite 650, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903

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Michael A. Watts's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (3) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Maria | February 9, 2015

Very satisfied with his responsiveness!

I was very satisfied with Michael's responsiveness, he always kept me well informed of any developments on my case. Never been exposed to any type of legal issues, he was able to explain things in clear language which made it easier for me to understand the whole process. Despite his busy schedu...le, Michael always took the time to call or e-mail me with updates.

Posted by Michael | December 10, 2014

If you don't like lawyers, hire Michael Watts; he'll change your mind.

Michael was very personable and informative. In a stressful situation of being wrongfully sued for the first time, he was very patient, answered all our questions, and walked with us step by step throughout the process. I strongly urged the insurance company to go to court and not pay, because I had ...such faith in our case and our lawyer. I am confident we would have won, but the insurance company said there was a 10% chance we wouldn't, so they eventually settled. Without hesitation I recommend Michael Watts if you need a strong defense from a likable guy that is well qualified to protect your interests.

Posted by Mike | December 8, 2014

Jaffe vs. Lange

Michael was extremely accomodating during the entire case. He communicated well and kept me in the loop the entire time regarding the process. He spent time with me, whenever necessary, and was always available to answer the numerous questions i had regarding the case as the process moved forward ...to a settlement. It was a pleasure to work with him and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him in the future.

Posted by Ray | December 8, 2014

True Professional

Mr Watts represented my case. His knowledge of the law and how we would proceed were impressive. He was always responsive to my concerns/questions and very respectful of the confidential nature of the case. In the end, he saved me tens of thousands of dollars, possibly hundreds of thousands. ...Mr Watts is a true professional and I would definitely hire him again.

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Michael A. Watts's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Moore

Litigation lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Michael Watts is a talented and dedicated litigator. I experienced his skillful and knowledgable representation of clients first-hand for several years as his colleague at Retherford, Mullen & Moore."

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Stephen Longo

Litigation lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Michael on several cases where he acted as opposing counsel. Michael is a smart and skilled trial lawyer. More importantly, Michael has always been professional, courteous and good to his word."

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Roger Lucas

Litigation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I met Michael several years back. He is a highly intelligent and hard working attorney."

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Forrest Plesko

Litigation lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua McDowell

Unknown lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brad Laybourne

Unknown lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Rodemer

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Good attorney with strong understanding of civil law. Would recommend."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2017

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2008

Scholastic Excellence Award, highest grade Criminal Procedure, University of Denver Sturm College of Law

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Owner, Retherford, Mullen & Moore

2016 - 2019

Partner - Trial Attorney, Retherford, Mullen & Moore, LLC

2009 - 2016

Associate Trial Attorney, Retherford, Mullen & Moore, LLC

2008 - 2008

Judicial Law Clerk, Fourth Judicial District Court

2008 - 2008

Student Practice Act Intern, Colorado Public Defender's Office

2007 - 2007

Law Clerk, Pacific Legal Foundation

2007 - 2007

Law clerk, 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Claims Litigation Management Alliance

Premium member

2015 - Present

Hire Heroes USA

Volunteer

2011 - Present

Colorado Defense Lawyers Association

Member - Membership Committee

2009 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

2009 - Present

Colorado Defense Lawyers Association

2009 - Present

El Paso County Bar Association

2017 - 2019

Colorado Defense Lawyers Association

Board Member - Greater Colorado Chapter

Sample of Legal Cases

Choice of law case

Favorable motion for client

Personal injury defense case

Favorable for client

Division of Civil Rights case

Case dismissed

2014 CV 34448

Defense verdict for my client

2015CV30653

Judgment for my client

2015CV30637

Verdict for my client

Hospital case

Favorable for client

2013CV550

Defense verdict on statutory bad faith claims

2013CV031887

Favorable resolution for minimal amount

2014CV31117

Defense verdict for my client at trial

2012CV83

Defense verdict for my client at trial

2013CV0295

Motion to Dismiss granted for client

2012 CV 2575

Summary Judgment for client

12CA1430

Court of Appeals upheld grant of summary judgment for my client

2009CV2739

Defense verdict for my client at trial

10cv4671

Defense verdict for my client at trial

11cv2644

Motion to Dismiss granted.

10cv5209

Summary Judgment granted for client

10cv1775

Settlement for fraction of demands

09cv5327

Successful settlement for fraction of demands

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Education

2009

University of Denver

J.D.

2006

University of Colorado - Colorado Springs

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2018

Legal Liability

Legal liability for professional engineers

2018

Key Malpractice Dangers

Legal Ethics

2018

Attorney Social Media Mistakes

Attorney Social Media Mistakes

2017

Key Malpractice Dangers: A Legal Ethics Guide

Key Malpractice Dangers: A Legal Ethics Guide

2016

Top Client Challenges Attorney Ethics

2016

Legal Ethics - Top 10 Challenges

Top Challenges - Legal Ethics

2015

Legal Ethics: Top Challenges

Attorney ethics

2014

Mediation: Sooner is Better

Mediation of Civil Lawsuits

2014

Colorado Defense Lawyers Association CLE

Expert Witness Transformation - Retained v. Non-retained

2013

Fall Prevention Forum

Risk Management - Hospital Falls

Languages

English

Activity

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