team-member

Aaron Watson

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Licensed for 12 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Car Accident

Language

English

About

Attorney Aaron Watson is an "AV" rated lawyer from Pensacola, Florida. The "AV Preeminent" rating is the highest rating given by America's largest and oldest attorney rating service, Martindale-Hubbell. The ranking of "AV Preeminent" is a significant rating accomplishment, and a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him at the highest level of professional excellence. Mr. Watson received his Bachelor of Arts degree from The Florida State University and his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Stetson University College of Law. While at Stetson, he was a member of Stetson's nationally ranked trial team where he was recognized as a regional champion in trial advocacy. He was later recognized as a national champion when he finished first in the nation of 248 teams from 148 law schools in the American Association for Justice trial competition. The competing teams were judged by other lawyers and judges on their trial advocacy skills, opening statements, examination of witnesses, use of facts, and closing arguments. During this time, Mr. Watson was also named Who's Who Among American Universities & Colleges.Mr. Watson has served as president for the Black Law Students Association, interned with the United States Department of Justice, and volunteered with the Florida Attorney General's office. He was selected for the Stallworth Trial Team Award by faculty at Stetson for his achievement of excellence in trial advocacy. He was inducted into The National Order of Barristers for attaining high honor in the art of courtroom advocacy. Mr. Watson currently serves on the Board of Governors for the American Association for Justice and the Florida Justice Association and has recently been named one of the National Black Lawyers Top 100.In 2008, Mr. Watson participated in multi-billion dollar litigation alongside famed civil litigator, attorney Willie Gary. In 2009, the Pensacola News Journal recognized his achievement by naming him a "Panhandle Personality.”  In 2010, Mr. Watson served as lead counsel in a high profile civil rights case against the City of Pensacola. The Steen case received national attention through news agencies such as CNN and the St. Petersburg Times, and resulted in one of the largest civil rights settlements to date against the city of Pensacola.In 2013, he and his mentor Fred Levin recovered one of the largest verdicts to date in the national Yamaha Rhino litigation on behalf of a Pensacola resident who was seriously injured while operating a defective Yamaha Rhino vehicle. After nearly three weeks of trial, a Montgomery County jury returned a verdict of $3.3 million dollars as compensation for his clients.In 2014, Mr. Watson obtained a jury verdict of $12.6 million dollars for his clients for injuries sustained in a trucking accident in Pensacola, Florida. The verdict was named in the National Law Journal as one the Top 50 Trial Verdicts in the nation in 2014.  Additionally, in recognition of his achievements both inside and outside the courtroom, the National Trial Lawyers Association recognized Mr. Watson as one of the top trial lawyers in the nation under the age of 40 in 2014. Membership into “Top 40 Under 40” organization is by invitation only and is extended to individuals who exemplify superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership. Mr. Watson was also invited to become a Life Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a prestigious organization for those who have obtained million and multi-million dollar verdicts. Less than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members.Mr. Watson credits his award-winning style of advocacy to his church background and his experience listening to his father's impassioned sermons. Locally, he serves on the board of directors for the YMCA of Northwest Florida, and as choir director for the Englewood Missionary Baptist Church. He is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Mr. Watson also enjoys public speaking at local colleges, high schools, and churches.

Practices Areas

Car Accident

Personal Injury

Motorcycle accident

Trucking accident

Civil Rights

Language

English

Contact

The Watson Firm, PLLC850 S Palafox St.Suite 202Pensacola, FL, 32502

Office: (850) 898-9833

Website: N/A

Reviews

Kimberly
February 23, 2015

Aaron Watson is a wonderful attorney. He is a bulldog in the court room and thinks outside of the box when preparing for trial. He has several multimillion dollar verdicts under his belt and always gives his clients 110%. He is very knowledgeable, wonderful to work with and is empathetic to each clients situation. He truly fights for his clients and is invested in every single case.

Linda
May 22, 2015

Aaron Watson spoke my truth as if he had lived it himself.....Mr. Watson is an insightful Lawyer with incredible instinct and unassuming power. Aaron Watson is an excellent Attorney..... I will be forever grateful to him for fighting my fight, .and would most definitely obtain his services in the future....if need be.

anonymous
November 27, 2018

I hired the Watson firm for my son, I was being bombarded by firms after initial consultations and decided to hire them because after research they seemed to be the firm that could get the job done. Mr. Watson and Renee H were professional and didn’t give up in spite of a few obstacles....Renee was a pleasure (even though I probably drove her nuts) Thank you for helping me help my son, your empathy and compassion each time we spoke goes a long way in my book!

anonymous
September 14, 2018

Attorney Watson paid close attention to the details of my case and was able to reduce my medical bills and negotiate a much higher settlement than I expected. I didn't have to pay anything until my case was resolved. I found Mr. Watson and his staff very personable and welcoming every time I came to visit. I was very happy with the level of professionalism and expertise displayed. I highly recommend the Watson Firm if you think you have a personal injury case and are looking for a great lawyer.

Tai
July 4, 2018

Dependable, Determined, Knowledgeable, Compassionate, Understanding, and Experienced, these were the things that I was looking for, while searching for an attorney to help me with my personal injury case, and all of these things, were the things that I found in Aaron Watson. It was a long process, several years, but Aaron, and my paralegal, Richard, were with me every step of the way. They never lost touch with me, and at the times when I felt like giving up, and throwing in the towel, they were my strength to keep pushing. I was constantly reminded, that my job, was to get better, and they were to handle to the rest. And that, is what they did. My phone calls and emails were always responded to within a reasonable amount of time, any question I had was answered and explained to the fullest. The staff has always been accommodating and friendly. If you need an attorney, that will fight for you, defend you, strive to obtain the best for you, and that is not afraid of a challenge, then you will find that with Aaron Watson. The Watson Firm, will be my law firm, for any of my future personal injury needs, and I recommend, you do the same.

PRECIOUS
October 31, 2017

I HIRED HIM FOR BOTH MY INJURY CASES HE GOT THEM HANDLED AND WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL.

Shasta
April 15, 2017

I was in an accident and sustained an injury that resulted to having surgery. It was beyond a really difficult time in my life during that time. I had never experienced an accident like that before let alone enduring a broken bone that surgery was my only option to be able to walk and progress back to getting my life somewhat back to normal. Throughout the entire process Mr. Watson was always very upfront and honest. I always felt that he did sincerely care about my situation..For example if we had a meeting he always asked if I was ok and feeling up for it due to the pain I was in or having at the time. He always made it clear whatever route I wanted to go throughout the process was completely my decision. I am very happy with the results from my case that Mr. Watson assisted as my attorney. Overall he made a chaotic experience at the time not so horrible for me in the aspect of him doing everything in his power to make it a quick and painless process while dealing with the legal side of the matter. Which truly helped so much while also dealing with the aftermath of having surgery, then going through rehabilitation, financial loss, and not being able to work..etc. I honestly would recommend Mr. Watson to anyone that is in need of an injury attorney! He is truly remarkable! Plus he also graduated from Florida State University!! Go Noles!!!!

Erick
March 12, 2017

"He is the best trial Attorney I have ever worked with and I've been here 38 years!" When I was in a car accident a few years ago I chose a law firm with the reputation as the best in the area and that is when I met Aaron Watson. When Mr. Watson decided to open The Watson Firm I had a choice to make. Do I stay with the firm with the extensive history of success or continue on with Mr Watson? The above quote responding to my query of should I stay or go affirmed my decision to continue with Mr Watson. After seeing his effectiveness speaking on my behalf and life changing settlement I truly believe​ he is the very best lawyer in Pensacola..... Period!!!

JamesMattson
March 12, 2017

Aaron Watson takes your case very seriously and will work to resolve it,Aaron Watson cares deeply for each client very sincerely and is always available to keep you updated or answer your questions!

J.R.
November 17, 2015

Aaron was very professional and very knowledgeable. He answered every question i had and kept me updated on everything dealing with my case. I will definitely recommend him to other individuals i come across who are in need of legal assistance.

Kimberly
February 23, 2015

Aaron Watson is a wonderful attorney. He is a bulldog in the court room and thinks outside of the box when preparing for trial. He has several multimillion dollar verdicts under his belt and always gives his clients 110%. He is very knowledgeable, wonderful to work with and is empathetic to each clients situation. He truly fights for his clients and is invested in every single case.

Linda
May 22, 2015

Aaron Watson spoke my truth as if he had lived it himself.....Mr. Watson is an insightful Lawyer with incredible instinct and unassuming power. Aaron Watson is an excellent Attorney..... I will be forever grateful to him for fighting my fight, .and would most definitely obtain his services in the future....if need be.

anonymous
November 27, 2018

I hired the Watson firm for my son, I was being bombarded by firms after initial consultations and decided to hire them because after research they seemed to be the firm that could get the job done. Mr. Watson and Renee H were professional and didn’t give up in spite of a few obstacles....Renee was a pleasure (even though I probably drove her nuts) Thank you for helping me help my son, your empathy and compassion each time we spoke goes a long way in my book!

anonymous
September 14, 2018

Attorney Watson paid close attention to the details of my case and was able to reduce my medical bills and negotiate a much higher settlement than I expected. I didn't have to pay anything until my case was resolved. I found Mr. Watson and his staff very personable and welcoming every time I came to visit. I was very happy with the level of professionalism and expertise displayed. I highly recommend the Watson Firm if you think you have a personal injury case and are looking for a great lawyer.

Tai
July 4, 2018

Dependable, Determined, Knowledgeable, Compassionate, Understanding, and Experienced, these were the things that I was looking for, while searching for an attorney to help me with my personal injury case, and all of these things, were the things that I found in Aaron Watson. It was a long process, several years, but Aaron, and my paralegal, Richard, were with me every step of the way. They never lost touch with me, and at the times when I felt like giving up, and throwing in the towel, they were my strength to keep pushing. I was constantly reminded, that my job, was to get better, and they were to handle to the rest. And that, is what they did. My phone calls and emails were always responded to within a reasonable amount of time, any question I had was answered and explained to the fullest. The staff has always been accommodating and friendly. If you need an attorney, that will fight for you, defend you, strive to obtain the best for you, and that is not afraid of a challenge, then you will find that with Aaron Watson. The Watson Firm, will be my law firm, for any of my future personal injury needs, and I recommend, you do the same.

PRECIOUS
October 31, 2017

I HIRED HIM FOR BOTH MY INJURY CASES HE GOT THEM HANDLED AND WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL.

Shasta
April 15, 2017

I was in an accident and sustained an injury that resulted to having surgery. It was beyond a really difficult time in my life during that time. I had never experienced an accident like that before let alone enduring a broken bone that surgery was my only option to be able to walk and progress back to getting my life somewhat back to normal. Throughout the entire process Mr. Watson was always very upfront and honest. I always felt that he did sincerely care about my situation..For example if we had a meeting he always asked if I was ok and feeling up for it due to the pain I was in or having at the time. He always made it clear whatever route I wanted to go throughout the process was completely my decision. I am very happy with the results from my case that Mr. Watson assisted as my attorney. Overall he made a chaotic experience at the time not so horrible for me in the aspect of him doing everything in his power to make it a quick and painless process while dealing with the legal side of the matter. Which truly helped so much while also dealing with the aftermath of having surgery, then going through rehabilitation, financial loss, and not being able to work..etc. I honestly would recommend Mr. Watson to anyone that is in need of an injury attorney! He is truly remarkable! Plus he also graduated from Florida State University!! Go Noles!!!!

Erick
March 12, 2017

"He is the best trial Attorney I have ever worked with and I've been here 38 years!" When I was in a car accident a few years ago I chose a law firm with the reputation as the best in the area and that is when I met Aaron Watson. When Mr. Watson decided to open The Watson Firm I had a choice to make. Do I stay with the firm with the extensive history of success or continue on with Mr Watson? The above quote responding to my query of should I stay or go affirmed my decision to continue with Mr Watson. After seeing his effectiveness speaking on my behalf and life changing settlement I truly believe​ he is the very best lawyer in Pensacola..... Period!!!

JamesMattson
March 12, 2017

Aaron Watson takes your case very seriously and will work to resolve it,Aaron Watson cares deeply for each client very sincerely and is always available to keep you updated or answer your questions!

J.R.
November 17, 2015

Aaron was very professional and very knowledgeable. He answered every question i had and kept me updated on everything dealing with my case. I will definitely recommend him to other individuals i come across who are in need of legal assistance.

Kimberly
February 23, 2015

Aaron Watson is a wonderful attorney. He is a bulldog in the court room and thinks outside of the box when preparing for trial. He has several multimillion dollar verdicts under his belt and always gives his clients 110%. He is very knowledgeable, wonderful to work with and is empathetic to each clients situation. He truly fights for his clients and is invested in every single case.

Linda
May 22, 2015

Aaron Watson spoke my truth as if he had lived it himself.....Mr. Watson is an insightful Lawyer with incredible instinct and unassuming power. Aaron Watson is an excellent Attorney..... I will be forever grateful to him for fighting my fight, .and would most definitely obtain his services in the future....if need be.

anonymous
November 27, 2018

I hired the Watson firm for my son, I was being bombarded by firms after initial consultations and decided to hire them because after research they seemed to be the firm that could get the job done. Mr. Watson and Renee H were professional and didn’t give up in spite of a few obstacles....Renee was a pleasure (even though I probably drove her nuts) Thank you for helping me help my son, your empathy and compassion each time we spoke goes a long way in my book!

anonymous
September 14, 2018

Attorney Watson paid close attention to the details of my case and was able to reduce my medical bills and negotiate a much higher settlement than I expected. I didn't have to pay anything until my case was resolved. I found Mr. Watson and his staff very personable and welcoming every time I came to visit. I was very happy with the level of professionalism and expertise displayed. I highly recommend the Watson Firm if you think you have a personal injury case and are looking for a great lawyer.

Tai
July 4, 2018

Dependable, Determined, Knowledgeable, Compassionate, Understanding, and Experienced, these were the things that I was looking for, while searching for an attorney to help me with my personal injury case, and all of these things, were the things that I found in Aaron Watson. It was a long process, several years, but Aaron, and my paralegal, Richard, were with me every step of the way. They never lost touch with me, and at the times when I felt like giving up, and throwing in the towel, they were my strength to keep pushing. I was constantly reminded, that my job, was to get better, and they were to handle to the rest. And that, is what they did. My phone calls and emails were always responded to within a reasonable amount of time, any question I had was answered and explained to the fullest. The staff has always been accommodating and friendly. If you need an attorney, that will fight for you, defend you, strive to obtain the best for you, and that is not afraid of a challenge, then you will find that with Aaron Watson. The Watson Firm, will be my law firm, for any of my future personal injury needs, and I recommend, you do the same.

PRECIOUS
October 31, 2017

I HIRED HIM FOR BOTH MY INJURY CASES HE GOT THEM HANDLED AND WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL.

Shasta
April 15, 2017

I was in an accident and sustained an injury that resulted to having surgery. It was beyond a really difficult time in my life during that time. I had never experienced an accident like that before let alone enduring a broken bone that surgery was my only option to be able to walk and progress back to getting my life somewhat back to normal. Throughout the entire process Mr. Watson was always very upfront and honest. I always felt that he did sincerely care about my situation..For example if we had a meeting he always asked if I was ok and feeling up for it due to the pain I was in or having at the time. He always made it clear whatever route I wanted to go throughout the process was completely my decision. I am very happy with the results from my case that Mr. Watson assisted as my attorney. Overall he made a chaotic experience at the time not so horrible for me in the aspect of him doing everything in his power to make it a quick and painless process while dealing with the legal side of the matter. Which truly helped so much while also dealing with the aftermath of having surgery, then going through rehabilitation, financial loss, and not being able to work..etc. I honestly would recommend Mr. Watson to anyone that is in need of an injury attorney! He is truly remarkable! Plus he also graduated from Florida State University!! Go Noles!!!!

Erick
March 12, 2017

"He is the best trial Attorney I have ever worked with and I've been here 38 years!" When I was in a car accident a few years ago I chose a law firm with the reputation as the best in the area and that is when I met Aaron Watson. When Mr. Watson decided to open The Watson Firm I had a choice to make. Do I stay with the firm with the extensive history of success or continue on with Mr Watson? The above quote responding to my query of should I stay or go affirmed my decision to continue with Mr Watson. After seeing his effectiveness speaking on my behalf and life changing settlement I truly believe​ he is the very best lawyer in Pensacola..... Period!!!

JamesMattson
March 12, 2017

Aaron Watson takes your case very seriously and will work to resolve it,Aaron Watson cares deeply for each client very sincerely and is always available to keep you updated or answer your questions!

J.R.
November 17, 2015

Aaron was very professional and very knowledgeable. He answered every question i had and kept me updated on everything dealing with my case. I will definitely recommend him to other individuals i come across who are in need of legal assistance.

Kimberly
February 23, 2015

Aaron Watson is a wonderful attorney. He is a bulldog in the court room and thinks outside of the box when preparing for trial. He has several multimillion dollar verdicts under his belt and always gives his clients 110%. He is very knowledgeable, wonderful to work with and is empathetic to each clients situation. He truly fights for his clients and is invested in every single case.

Linda
May 22, 2015

Aaron Watson spoke my truth as if he had lived it himself.....Mr. Watson is an insightful Lawyer with incredible instinct and unassuming power. Aaron Watson is an excellent Attorney..... I will be forever grateful to him for fighting my fight, .and would most definitely obtain his services in the future....if need be.

anonymous
November 27, 2018

I hired the Watson firm for my son, I was being bombarded by firms after initial consultations and decided to hire them because after research they seemed to be the firm that could get the job done. Mr. Watson and Renee H were professional and didn’t give up in spite of a few obstacles....Renee was a pleasure (even though I probably drove her nuts) Thank you for helping me help my son, your empathy and compassion each time we spoke goes a long way in my book!

anonymous
September 14, 2018

Attorney Watson paid close attention to the details of my case and was able to reduce my medical bills and negotiate a much higher settlement than I expected. I didn't have to pay anything until my case was resolved. I found Mr. Watson and his staff very personable and welcoming every time I came to visit. I was very happy with the level of professionalism and expertise displayed. I highly recommend the Watson Firm if you think you have a personal injury case and are looking for a great lawyer.

Tai
July 4, 2018

Dependable, Determined, Knowledgeable, Compassionate, Understanding, and Experienced, these were the things that I was looking for, while searching for an attorney to help me with my personal injury case, and all of these things, were the things that I found in Aaron Watson. It was a long process, several years, but Aaron, and my paralegal, Richard, were with me every step of the way. They never lost touch with me, and at the times when I felt like giving up, and throwing in the towel, they were my strength to keep pushing. I was constantly reminded, that my job, was to get better, and they were to handle to the rest. And that, is what they did. My phone calls and emails were always responded to within a reasonable amount of time, any question I had was answered and explained to the fullest. The staff has always been accommodating and friendly. If you need an attorney, that will fight for you, defend you, strive to obtain the best for you, and that is not afraid of a challenge, then you will find that with Aaron Watson. The Watson Firm, will be my law firm, for any of my future personal injury needs, and I recommend, you do the same.

PRECIOUS
October 31, 2017

I HIRED HIM FOR BOTH MY INJURY CASES HE GOT THEM HANDLED AND WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL.

Shasta
April 15, 2017

I was in an accident and sustained an injury that resulted to having surgery. It was beyond a really difficult time in my life during that time. I had never experienced an accident like that before let alone enduring a broken bone that surgery was my only option to be able to walk and progress back to getting my life somewhat back to normal. Throughout the entire process Mr. Watson was always very upfront and honest. I always felt that he did sincerely care about my situation..For example if we had a meeting he always asked if I was ok and feeling up for it due to the pain I was in or having at the time. He always made it clear whatever route I wanted to go throughout the process was completely my decision. I am very happy with the results from my case that Mr. Watson assisted as my attorney. Overall he made a chaotic experience at the time not so horrible for me in the aspect of him doing everything in his power to make it a quick and painless process while dealing with the legal side of the matter. Which truly helped so much while also dealing with the aftermath of having surgery, then going through rehabilitation, financial loss, and not being able to work..etc. I honestly would recommend Mr. Watson to anyone that is in need of an injury attorney! He is truly remarkable! Plus he also graduated from Florida State University!! Go Noles!!!!

Erick
March 12, 2017

"He is the best trial Attorney I have ever worked with and I've been here 38 years!" When I was in a car accident a few years ago I chose a law firm with the reputation as the best in the area and that is when I met Aaron Watson. When Mr. Watson decided to open The Watson Firm I had a choice to make. Do I stay with the firm with the extensive history of success or continue on with Mr Watson? The above quote responding to my query of should I stay or go affirmed my decision to continue with Mr Watson. After seeing his effectiveness speaking on my behalf and life changing settlement I truly believe​ he is the very best lawyer in Pensacola..... Period!!!

JamesMattson
March 12, 2017

Aaron Watson takes your case very seriously and will work to resolve it,Aaron Watson cares deeply for each client very sincerely and is always available to keep you updated or answer your questions!

J.R.
November 17, 2015

Aaron was very professional and very knowledgeable. He answered every question i had and kept me updated on everything dealing with my case. I will definitely recommend him to other individuals i come across who are in need of legal assistance.