Private Counsel Experience & Qualifications
Thomas C. Watts III
Nearly fifty years of experience in civil litigation, complex business and transactional matters, mediation, arbitration and settlement consultation.
The complete curriculum vitae includes professional and neutral appointments, subject-matter experience, education, admissions, teaching, professional memberships, civic service and recognition.
The curriculum vitae is provided in PDF format and is current as of October 2026.
Private counsel
Business, transactional, real estate, construction and civil matters involving entrepreneurs, owners and their families.
Professional credentials
Nearly fifty years as a California attorney, together with advanced education in dispute resolution.
Education
Master of Laws in Dispute Resolution, Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution at Pepperdine University School of Law.
Teaching
Adjunct Professor of Law in arbitration, mediation and negotiation at the University of La Verne College of Law.
Recognition
AV Preeminent® peer-review rating for professional ability and ethical standards.