
Dawn Krantz Watts-Expert Investigator, specializing in sex abuse litigation.
Portland, Oregon Area

Dawn Krantz Watts-Expert Investigator, specializing in sex abuse litigation.
Portland, Oregon Area
My goal is to connect with as many people in the legal industry as possible to provide the best possible investigation work. My skill set is not in the technical arena of security and investigations but rather in people. I am an old fashioned knock on the door PI. I have the demeanor that makes people trust me. I have the experience testifying in court.
20+ years in the legal industry as a litigation paralegal with the last 14 years focused on the investigation process gives me an arsenal of knowledge. I have worked with some very accomplished attorneys over the years assisting in all aspects of the the cases I was assigned. I have a talent for obtaining evidence in cases when no one else can. I believe early investigation is the key to a successful outcome. Early investigation prior to the case being filed puts the case in an excellant position for mediation and/or settlement negotiations. The evidence also helps the lawyer in motion practice and most importantly the story is ready to be told at trial at a moments notice. Eliminating the need for postponements.
I have consulted with many attorneys regarding the best strategy for presenting the evidence at trial. I prepare my witnesses for trial and I assist the attorney in visual presentations of the evidence presented to the jury. I intuitively understand the needs of the trial lawyer and balance them with the needs of the client.
My expertise is in personal injury work with a special focus on adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. I have helped produce evidence for cases that are decades old, this evidence proves the abuse happened and proves in some instances that the institutions covered up the problem.
Criminal defense work is another area of special interest, because many times jail is not the right place for an offender. It is very gratifying to prove that someone is innocent.
My work is exceptional!
Sex Abuse Litigation-Institutional abuse and Clergy abuse
Criminal Defense
Adoption reunions
Personal injury
Witness preparation
(Legal Services industry)
January 2008 — Present (2 years )
I offer a full service investigation firm. If it is not something I specialize in I have top notch private contractors whom I associate with on a regular basis.
(Legal Services industry)
December 2007 — Present (2 years 1 month)
I specialize in litigation work--sex abuse, personal injury, and criminal defense. I "knock" on alot of doors until I get the answer to help resolve my cases.