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Shirley Denise Watson

Shirley Denise Watson

2.6
7 reviews

218 East Ashley Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Family Law, Divorce, Child Support and 2 more

About Shirley Denise Watson

Shirley Denise Watson is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child support and 2 other areas of law. Shirley received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years. Shirley practices at Watson Henderlite in Jacksonville, FL.

Shirley Denise Watson (Jacksonville, Florida)

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AV Preeminent Peer Rated
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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Shirley Denise Watson got this award in 2021

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

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Shirley Denise Watson got this award in 2021

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2.6
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2.6
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
March 30, 2012
Hired Attorney

Very nice. Very down to earth. A bit pricey, but worth it. Sometimes communication and response times were a little slow. But I was happy with her services as a whole.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 03, 2023
Hired Attorney

Mrs. Watson is unprofessional, incompetent and arrogant. I would recommend to not request her for anything.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 11, 2022
Hired Attorney

Mrs. Watson is very dishonest and has a reputation for billing and then leaving her clients. Do not trust her with your family.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 10, 2022
Hired Attorney

I hired Mrs. Watson as representation. She was unresponsive at times and unprepared. After continuous refilling of my retainer, Mrs. Watson dropped me as a client 2 months before my trial. Mrs. Watson stated we were not a good fit.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 24, 2022
Hired Attorney

Denise Watson is a terrible attorney who is clearly losing whatever knowledge she may have. She stumbles and bumbles her way through hearings. She bills unnecessarily. She should go into full retirement.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 25, 2011
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Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 29, 2010
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Services

Areas of Law

  • Family Law 3
    • Divorce
    • Child Support
    • Visitation Rights
  • Other 1
    • Interstate Child Custody

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    Watson Henderlite

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1979, Georgia
    1980, Florida
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Georgia
    Class of 1979
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Emory University
    Class of 1976
    B.A.
    History

Shirley Denise Watson

Partner at Watson Henderlite
2.6
7 reviews

218 East Ashley StreetJacksonville, FL 32202U.S.A.

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