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Marc A. Watkins
Attorney Marc Watkins was raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma and after graduating high school, he chose to serve his nation by joining the United States Air Force instead of going straight to college. During his 5 years in the US Air Force, Attorney Watkins worked as a Medical Administration Technician. While on active duty, he sought to further his education and attended Southwest Texas Junior College in the small town of Del Rio, Texas where he was stationed. Working for Uncle Sam during the day and taking classes at night, Attorney Watkins graduated with an Associate’s degree in Business Administration after being admitted to the Phi Theta Kappa national honor society for junior colleges. Not long after, Attorney Watkins received an honorable discharge from active duty service.
Attorney Watkins continued his undergraduate education at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. Majoring in Political Science, he was an active member in the pre-law society and also offered a membership in the Phi Alpha Delta legal Fraternity. Attorney Watkins went on to graduate with honors from Morehouse College; he then was accepted to the University Of Miami School Of Law.
At Miami, Attorney Watkins was very active in student government and other on-campus activities. He served as student ambassador and won several school-wide legal competitions. During this time Attorney Watkins began his work in criminal law where he interned with the Public Defender’s Office of Dade County and the State Attorney’s Office.
Returning to Atlanta after receiving his Juris Doctorate from U.M., Attorney Watkins began his legal career as a Solicitor with the City of Atlanta Solicitor’s Office. While there, he handled cases that involved minor violations of city ordinance, he also conducted numerous probable cause hearings that violated state laws. Attorney Watkins went on to work as a prosecutor with the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office where he prosecuted felony cases which ranged from shoplifting escalating to more severe offenses. Acting as lead counsel, Attorney Watkins conducted numerous trials in which his conviction rate was over 80%. Of the number of cases that were appealed by defendants, 100% of those cases were upheld by the Georgia Court of Appeals and or the Supreme Court.
After his time as a prosecutor, Attorney Watkins opened his own practice where he specializes in Criminal Defense and Family Law. Attorney Watkins defends those charged with DUIs, Probation Violations, Misdemeanors and serious felonies. He has assisted families going through the painful process of divorce handling both divorces and child custody/support issues. Attorney Watkins has assisted those injured through the negligence of others to recoup financially in an attempt to make them whole.
With years of experience in the law, Attorney Watkins is here to assist you. When trouble calls, we’re on the way.
What Clients Say about the Law Offices of Marc A. Watkins, P.C. Reviews from Avvo.com
Outstanding Lawyer
I recommend him to anyone looking for any type of defense attorney, I’m more than satisfied with the outcome of Mr. Watkins work.
He got the whole process finished in exceptionally fast manner, at a very reasonable cost.
He maintained contact with me and my family the entire time i was detained.
Highly recommend
Best Attorney Out There
I have had several attorneys over the years. Marc Watkins has completely changed my perception of what an attorney can be. I can always get in touch with him. He responds to emails in a timely manner. He has a great ability to see the bigger picture. He will fight for you. Hiring him was the best decision I made in my case.
Family Law
Mr Watkins has been representing me for about 3yrs now, when my child custody case was spread between two different states. Mr. Watkins and I had not met personally yet my attorney in CO highly recommended him for the case in GA. He has contuined to represent me anytime I have to appear in GA. He provides professional legal advice. All cases that he as represented me in have been in our favor. He is knowledgeable, affordable and personable. I plan to contuine to retain Mr. Watkins until my child is an adult. I recommend his services to all those in GA. You won’t be disappointed.
Outstanding Attorney
I hired Mr. Watkins regarding a misdemeanor drug case for my son. Mr. Watkins was very professional, and he thoroughly explained all of the steps involving the case. Mr. Watkins had my son’s best interest at heart. He was able to have my son participate in a pre-trial diversion program, since it was his first offense. We received a favorable outcome for my son’s case. I am forever grateful for Mr. Watkins working on behalf of my son. He saved my son’s future and life. I would highly recommend Mr. Watkins to serve as anyone’s attorney.
great colleague
Attorney Watkins is an impressive attorney. I have seen him practice in numerous jurisdictions and I have only the utmost respect for him. i have no doubt that choosing Mr. Watkins is the best decision one could ever make when face with a legal problem.
Very Responsive
I retained Attorney Watkins for a case my daughter was involved in. He gave great guidance throughout the process and kept us informed every step of the way. He also was very responsive and made himself available when we had questions.
Excellent Attorney
I was in a bind and retained Attorney Watkins because he was highly regarded by acquaintances of mind.
Mr. Watkins EXCEEDED all of my expectations. He was highly responsive and got me a result I did not dare dream of, in a GOOD way. Retain him and pay him. He’s worth the money!
Contractual dispute
Marc has been an excellent attorney representing me in numerous legal disputes. Marc is extremely knowledgeable and has had all favorable outcomes in the last three instances where I needed his help. I highly recommend Marc to anyone and any situation. He can handle it and get it done!
Highly Recommended
I hired Mr. Watkins to handle a case for my teenage son. I worried about the outcome, but there was no need. My son was given a fine, community service and no probation. Never saw the inside of a courtroom. Mr. Watkins was informative, helpful, very knowledgeable and affordable. I highly recommend his services and would use him in the future should I have any further legal needs.
Warrant Application
I cannot give enough thanks to Attorney Watkins. This was the second time in a short period in which I had adversity staring me in the face, but also the second time I walked away without any charges or accusations being held against me, and I owe it all to the LORD and the professional work ethic of Mr. Watkins. Communication was superb, I would ask myself why he was calling so much, but he kept me informed of every step that he was taking to rectify my issue. I pray that no one ever needs an attorney, but if you do, MARC WATKINS is highly recommended by me.
Visitation Modification Hearing
My experience with Marc from start to finish was excellent. Marc helped me out tremendously in a nasty visitation modification hearing. Marc was meticulous with how he approached the hearing and well organized throughout the entire process. Marc mediated between both parties until a logical, realistic resolution was agreed upon. If I were to ever need another Attorney I would not think twice about consulting and hiring Marc.
Expungement
I recently hired Mr. Watkins as my defense attorney, in which the case he handled for me , all charges against me were dismissed. In our initial consultation, Mr. Watkins asked me how I wished to proceed with my case and my reply to him, this is some crap and that I hoped to get all charges dismissed, and that’s exactly what he did. As myself and Mr. Watkins were wrapping things up, he then explained to me that I need to get my record expunged. I waited a few weeks before calling Mr. Watkins to proceed with this process. I attempted to handle the process myself, but the State had changed the process of how Expungements are handled ,so I explained to Mr. Watkins what was going on, but he assured me that I could handle this myself. Long story short, Mr. Watkins handled this process for me in two days, without me haven to be present. I suggest to anyone who is look for an attorney who exhibits nothing but the highest level of professionalism , who will with your best interest at heart, who gets straight to the point, communicates and keeps you aware, Marc Watkins is the go to guy.