"A legal practice is defined by the questions you answer; a legacy is defined by the answers you question."
About the Firm
Not less. More.
Watts Law, LLC, is a different kind of law practice for a changing world. In 2013, the New Jersey Supreme Court made it possible for attorneys to practice law without the added requirement of maintaining a “bona fide office” (i.e., a brick and mortar building). As such, when the firm was formed a conscious decision was made to forego a traditional law office and instead form a “virtual law office.” This simply means we work remotely and consult with clients at their convenience, including at their offices and homes, and at other mutually convenient locations. Thanks to modern technology, we are able to maintain prompt and reliable communication with our clients via email, cell phone, video chat, etc. Our streamlined practice enables us to better serve our clients. Watts Law, LLC is a minority and woman-owned business committed to giving each matter the full attention it deserves; minimizing our clients’ legal risk and exposure; and maintaining the highest ethical standards. Most importantly, we listen to our clients’ concerns.
At Watts Law, LLC, we put the clients first.
Practice Areas
Protect Your Business Transactions
Contract Law
Many people and organizations deal with contracts on a regular basis. Whether it is a lease for an apartment; a contract for the purchase or sale of goods; or a service agreement, people and businesses often draft contracts to address their needs and concerns. Because contracts are legally-enforceable agreements between two or more parties to do the things they agreed to do, contract language should be clear and concise, spelling out the obligations of each party without ambiguity. At Watts Law, LLC, we focus on helping our clients avoid legal risk and exposure by spotting the right issues and asking the right questions.
The Estate Process
Probate Law
Sometimes life catches us off-guard and we may have to deal with managing the legal affairs of a deceased loved one upon a moment's notice. With so many things already on your plate, this may be one more thing that overwhelms you. At Watts Law, LLC, we have experience in various steps involved in estate administration, including assessing assets, reconciling debts and filing estate taxes. Let us help you navigate through the legal work that sometimes makes it difficult to see the horizon beyond.
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What To Expect From Your Attorney
First, you have a right to expect a quick response to your telephone calls, e-mails, faxes and letters from the attorney or her staff. This doesn't mean that the attorney will necessarily drop the work she is doing for other clients to take your call, but you should get a call back reasonably soon. Second, you should expect a high level of legal advice and energetic representation. The attorney cannot always guarantee the result, but she should use all of her expertise, experience and energy on your behalf. Third, you should expect a clear statement of the attorney's fees. They may be flat fee, hourly or contingent. But whatever you and the attorney agree on should be clear to you. If it isn't, don't be afraid to ask questions.
What Not To Expect From Your Attorney
First, don't expect free advice. Much of the value of what the attorney will provide is her advice. While many attorneys, especially in the field of personal injury, offer a free consultation, many other attorneys do not. This is because that first meeting can provide you with most of the information that you need. Not to pay for what may save you and your family tens of thousands of dollars shortchanges the attorney (as well as her staff and family). Second, don't expect the attorney to know all of the answers off the top of her head. It's the attorney's job to get you the right answers. This may take some research.
What Your Attorney Should Expect From You
The attorney needs accurate and complete information about you and your family and their circumstances in order to competently represent you and give you proper advice.
You need to respond promptly to the attorney or her staff during the course of the representation if they have questions that need to be answered.
The attorney has the right to be paid promptly.
If you have any questions about the work being done for you or the charges for that work, you need to contact the attorney.