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Christopher Watters

Christopher Watters

Christopher Watters, Attorney at Law

19+ Years

Legal Experience

About Christopher Watters

Christopher C. Watters was born and raised in Fresno, California. He earned his B.A. in Politics from the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2004, followed by a J.D., With Distinction, from San Joaquin College of Law in 2007. Mr. Watters is admitted to practice litigation before all state courts in California, as well as the United States District Court for the Eastern and Central Districts of California.

Mr. Watters is an active member of several professional organizations, including the State Bar of California, the Fresno County Bar Association, the Kings County Bar Association, the Central California Trial Lawyers’ Association, and the Federal Bar Association. His affiliations extend to the American Association for Justice, the American Bar Association, the Consumer Attorneys of California, the American Society of Legal Advocates, the National Trial Lawyers, the Motor Car Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Academy of Trial Attorneys.

Recognized for his legal expertise, Mr. Watters holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings. He has been named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and a Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers. The American Society of Legal Advocates also recognized him as one of the Top 40 Lawyers under 40 in California. Additionally, he was honored as a Premiere 100 Trial Lawyer by the American Academy of Trial Attorneys and as a 2014 Top Attorney by Northern California's Outstanding Young Lawyers.

Since 2012, Mr. Watters has consistently been selected for inclusion in the Northern California Rising Stars list, a distinction awarded to only 2.5% of attorneys in Northern California. His practice focuses on civil litigation, particularly in areas such as plaintiff's personal injury, wrongful death, UM/UIM, and product liability.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites
Brain Injury
Car Accidents
Construction Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Premises Liability
Truck Accidents
Wrongful Death

California Car Accident Laws

Understanding California's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$15K/$30K/$5K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did Christopher Watters receive his education?

Christopher Watters received his B.A. in Politics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and his J.D. from San Joaquin College of Law.

What areas of law does Christopher Watters specialize in?

Christopher Watters specializes in civil litigation, including personal injury, wrongful death, UM/UIM, and product liability.

What courts is Christopher Watters admitted to practice in?

Christopher Watters is admitted to practice in all state courts in California and the United States District Court for the Eastern and Central Districts of California.

What professional organizations is Christopher Watters a member of?

He is a member of the State Bar of California, Fresno County Bar Association, Kings County Bar Association, and several other legal associations.

Has Christopher Watters received any notable recognitions?

Yes, he has been recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers, among other accolades.

Contact Information

2844 Fresno Street Fresno CA 93721
Fresno, CA
5594865200 Visit Website

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Christopher for a free case review

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