Matthew L Watkins

Watkins & Associates

About Matthew L Watkins

Matthew L Watkins is a seasoned trial attorney and the owner of his law firm in Eugene, Oregon. He focuses on criminal corporate law, gun rights, expungement of criminal records, and restraining order/protective order hearings. Before establishing his firm, Matthew gained valuable experience as an associate lawyer at another firm and served as a Judicial Clerk for the Honorable Mustafa T. Kasubhai at the Lane County Courthouse in Eugene, Oregon. Additionally, he worked as a law clerk at Umpqua Valley Public Defender in Roseburg, Oregon.

Matthew is passionate about addressing complex constitutional and evidentiary issues for his clients. He firmly believes in the right to a zealous defense for everyone. His academic journey began with a B.A. in history from the University of Oregon, followed by obtaining his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Oregon Law School.

Outside of his legal practice, Matthew enjoys studying history, spending time outdoors, and fishing.

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

Car Accidents

Personal Injury

Oregon Car Accident Laws

Understanding Oregon'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

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$20K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Matthew L Watkins specialize in?

Matthew specializes in criminal corporate law, gun rights, expungement of criminal records, and restraining order/protective order hearings.

Where did Matthew L Watkins earn his law degree?

Matthew earned his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Oregon Law School.

What previous legal roles has Matthew L Watkins held?

Matthew has worked as an associate lawyer at another firm, a Judicial Clerk at the Lane County Courthouse, and a law clerk at Umpqua Valley Public Defender.

What personal interests does Matthew L Watkins have?

Matthew enjoys studying history, spending time outdoors, and fishing.