Daniel R. Watkins - Santa Ana, CA
Attorney at Watkins & Letofsky, LLP
Employment Law Lawyers in Santa Ana, CA
2900 S. Harbor Blvd. Suite 240 Santa Ana, CA 92704
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Santa Ana Employment Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Employment Law
- Business Law
- Dental Practice Transitions
- Personal Injury
- Subrogation
Attorney Information
Overview
Dan currently handles employment liability claims, business transaction and litigation, medical and dental malpractice actions, complex property subrogation claims, and auto defense claims. Dan also donates 5-10% of his time each year to provide Pro Bono services on public interest issues involving Civil Rights. Dan regularly presents seminars on risk management principles for businesses and professional services companies.
Dan served 14 years in the US Army Reserve and California Army National Guard as both a non-commissioned and commissioned officer. Away from the practice of Law, Dan enjoys coaching football and most importantly, spending time with his family.
Dan is a member of the Alliance Defending Freedom, National Association of Subrogation Professionals, Los Angeles County Bar Association, Defense Research Institute, and Phi Gamma Delta (Alumnus).
Education
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Legal Education
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University of San Diego School of Law,
San Diego,
California, 1992
J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
Honors: cum laude
Honors: Dean's List
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University of San Diego School of Law,
San Diego,
California, 1992
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Non Legal Education
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University of Arizona,
Tucson,
Arizona, 1989
B.S., Bachelor of Science
Major: Education
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University of Arizona,
Tucson,
Arizona, 1989
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Past Positions
- US Army Reserve and California Army National Guard, Non-commissioned and commissioned officer
Pro Bono Activities
- Alliance Defending Freedom, 1998 - Present
- Pacific Justice Institute, 2000 - Present
Bar Admissions
- California, 1992
- U.S. District Court Southern District of California, 1992
- U.S. District Court Central District of California, 2000
- Nevada, 2010
Other Affiliations
- Alliance Defending Freedom, 1998 - Present (Member)
- National Association of Subrogation Professionals, Los Angeles County Bar Association, 1995 - Present (Member)
Fraternities and Sororities
- Phi Gamma Delta
Contact
2900 S. Harbor Blvd.
Suite 240
Santa Ana, CA 92704
Fax: 949-476-9407
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.wl-llp.com
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