Attorney Adam Watters
I understand most people do not know an attorney so hiring someone to help is a very difficult choice. That is why I offer a free consultation, so we can meet and see if we can work together on your case.
No matter what type of case you have, criminal or civil, your legal issues are very personal and important to you, perhaps the most important thing in your life right now. Call, we can discuss your case briefly and if we meet then you can decide to hire me or not.
My Legal Background
With over 20 years of experience as a judge, in the Pima County Consolidated Justice Courts, including serving as the Presiding Judge of the nationally recognized award-winning Domestic Violence Court, I have a unique insight into the misdemeanor criminal justice system. I have also worked as a civil attorney, successfully taking dozens of cases to a jury verdict, winning millions of dollars for my clients.
What type of case do you have?
Misdemeanor criminal case
If you have been criminally charged in either a city court or Pima County Justice Court, you most likely have a misdemeanor charge. This is NOT a felony. A felony has the potential for punishment of a year or more in prison. A misdemeanor has the potential for a maximum penalty of 180 days in jail, and possible probation. Either type of charge is scary and could potentially change your life. Among the most common misdemeanor cases are Domestic Violence and DUI charges, but literally hundreds of different charges can be brought by the State
Personal Injury claims
Most personal injury cases involve car accidents, but there are many types of such cases. Slip and fall cases, dog bites, assaults and other types of accidents are personal injury claims. You have a limited amount of time to make such a claim - and particularly if a government entity or agent is involved - so be aware that delay could hurt your case. If you have a personal injury claim I take these types of cases on a contingency fee - meaning I only get paid if you get paid.
Employment Issues
Losing your job is a traumatic event and can be as devastating as any accident or injury. Employment cases in Arizona are varied, but generally include wrongful wage withholding, whistleblower retaliation, sexual harassment and in some cases wrongful termination. Most of these cases have a very short - compared with other types of cases - time limit to bring a claim. Wage claims can result in treble damages being awarded under the right circumstances.