Daniel Thomas Watts
G10 Law, APLC | G10 Law • Carlsbad, CA
Civil RightsEmployment LawPersonal Injury
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(760) 201-1702
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Carlsbad, CA, US
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About
**Daniel Thomas Watts, J.D.** **Shareholder | Attorney** **G10 Law, APLC** **Carlsbad, CA** Daniel Thomas Watts is a distinguished shareholder and attorney at G10 Law, APLC, located in the vibrant community of Carlsbad, California. With a robust background in civil litigation, Daniel brings extensive expertise in handling complex cases across both state and federal courts, including the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. His practice areas encompass Employment Law and Personal Injury, making him a trusted advocate for clients navigating legal challenges in these critical fields. Prior to joining G10 Law, Daniel honed his litigation skills through significant experience in civil rights, business disputes, employment and labor violations, as well as landlord-tenant matters. His comprehensive knowledge allows him to effectively represent clients facing a wide array of legal issues, ensuring that their rights are vigorously protected. Notably, he has also provided invaluable counsel to startup companies in the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento, guiding them through the intricacies of incorporation, stock option issuance, and investor negotiations. Daniel earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Davis School of Law in 2011, where he excelled as an editor for the UC Davis Law Review and served on the governing board of the Appellate Advocacy program. His academic achievements are complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History from the University of California, San Diego. In addition to his legal practice, Daniel is passionate about mentoring aspiring journalists and college newspaper editors on issues of free speech and journalism ethics, reflecting his commitment to community engagement and education. With a dedication to delivering exceptional legal services, Daniel Watts is well-equipped to assist clients in achieving their goals while navigating the complexities of the law.
About Civil Rights Law
Civil rights attorneys protect individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated. They fight against discrimination, police misconduct, and other civil liberties violations. Common matters include police misconduct, discrimination, voting rights, first amendment.
Credentials
Education
2011 UC Davis SOL King Hall J.D. 2006 Univ of California San Diego B.A. N/A University of California Davis School of Law King Hall JD
Languages
English | Japanese
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2018 Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell 2018 Top Lawyer, San Diego Magazine 2018 Top Appellate Lawyer, San Diego Magazine 2017 Excellence in Appellate Advocacy, Galuppo & Blake 2017 Excellence in Trial Readiness, Galuppo & Blake
Publications
2016 California Aggie Does Facebook own the copyright to my photos? 2015 California Aggie Can a landlord evict a residential tenant when a house is sold? 2013 California Aggie Noise ordinances and the law 2013 California Aggie Watts Legal: Legal escape routes and parking tickets in the City of Davis 2010 UC Davis Legal Studies Research Paper Subsidizing Discrimination Through Recognition: Associational Rights in Public Colleges and the Right to Exclude
Associations
2017 - Present UC San Diego Political Science Department Coach for Appellate Advocacy program 2012 - Present Inns of Court Member 2012 - Present U.S. District Court, Northern District of California Admitted to Practice 2012 - Present Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Admitted to Practice 2011 - Present State Bar of California Member
Speaking
2018 Webinar speakers series Americans with Disabilities Act litigation 2017 Lopardo Inns of Court meeting Cross-examination at trial
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Updated: May 26, 2026