Areas of Practice
Criminal & DUI Defense Firm in Fort Wayne, IN
The Watkins Law Firm serves individuals throughout Fort Wayne and the surrounding Indiana counties of Allen, Whitley, and DeKalb exclusively in criminal defense. When facing any type of criminal investigation or charge, the importance of having an experienced and skilled attorney in your corner cannot be overstated. It is common knowledge within the criminal justice system that the competence and commitment of your attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. When your freedom and future are on the line, you need a defender who is solely dedicated to protecting your rights, seeing that your best interests are pursued, and creating the most effective defense strategy possible. That is what you will find when you turn to the Watkins Law Firm.
Accused of a crime? Request a free initial consultation with our criminal defense lawyer in Fort Wayne by contacting the Watkins Law Firm online or by calling (260) 908-9898.


Cases We Handle
Our firm handles all types of criminal investigations, arrests, and charges.
These cases include but are not limited to the following issues:
- Drug crimes
- Expungements and sealing of arrest records
- Gun crimes
- Habitual traffic violations
- Probation violations
- Sex crimes
- Specialized driving privileges
- Theft and burglary offenses
- CDL driver traffic offenses
- Violent crimes
- White collar crimes
Additionally, we concentrate on Indiana DUI/OUI, including cases involving DUI/OUI drug intoxication, DUI/OUI for juvenile and underage drivers, and those facing DUI/OUI multiple offenses. Our attorney is highly trained and knowledgeable in Indiana DUI/OUI law, proceedings, and the science and technology of the equipment and evidence used to prosecute defendants.
With 10 years of exclusive and intensive experience dealing with the criminal justice system day in and day out, we have the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to guide you through every phase of your case. We can help you understand how the law can impact you, what to expect in the process, and advise you of your legal options. We know how challenging and difficult it can be to understand how your case will proceed which is why we provide the counsel you need to make informed decisions. Our goal is to level the playing field for you as a defendant when facing the other side’s legal assertions and tactics.
Our criminal defense lawyer knows how to thoroughly investigate cases to uncover weaknesses and flaws, how to use those flaws to attack the other side, how to successfully negotiate with prosecutors, and how to present an aggressive defense in court. Whether your case will best benefit with a plea bargain or with a trial before a judge and jury will depend on the unique circumstances of your situation, your needs, and goals. Our attorney will always provide straightforward and honest advice about your progress through the system with one-on-one personalized advice from start to finish.
When facing potential incarceration, hefty fines, probation, and other penalties along with the possibility of being stuck with a permanent criminal record, you need someone you can trust on your side. Our firm will take aggressive action to help you avoid or minimize the consequences you face. We are passionate about providing tenacious advocacy that can make all the difference in your results.
Schedule a free initial consultation with our Fort Wayne attorney to discuss your criminal defense case online or by phoning Watkins Law Firm at (260) 908-9898 today.
