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2021 Trial Update By Gregory Watt

COVID has brought forth many changes in the way the courts now do business. Of particular interest is how involved Judges have become in attempting to facilitate compromise in criminal cases. Prior to COVID, Judges remained distanced from the discussions; but now, Judges are actively urging both the prosecution and defense to attempt to reconcile their differences through suitable plea agreements.

By definition, a plea agreement is a compromise between the prosecution and the defense. If those same parties cannot reach a plea agreement in a criminal case, a trial will result. Our office reaches plea agreements in most cases, but not all. Here are a few of the cases we have had jury trials on over the past two years:

State v. Born, September 2021

Defendant charged with rape and aggravated criminal sodomy. The defendant was found not guilty by a jury of his peers in Wyandotte County, Kansas after we tried the case. Toxicologist Chip Walls (out of Miami, FL) was used as a defense expert witness to establish that our client did not, in fact, use drugs to harm the alleged victim in this matter. The jury determined their sexual encounter was completely consensual.

State v. Johnson, July 2021:

Defendant charged with statutory sodomy in the first degree. The defendant was found not guilty by a jury of his peers in Livingston County, Missouri after we tried the case. Serious accusations were made against our client following a bitter divorce; however, we were able to show the jury the true reality of this awful situation and they acquitted him, accordingly.

State v. Akopyan, May 2021:

Defendant charged with felony DUI in Johnson County, Kansas. The defendant was found not guilty by the Judge in this matter. After an hour and a half cross-examination of the arresting officer, we were able to show his overall assessment of the situation lacked proper evidence. The officer was a great guy and his administration of standard field sobriety testing was reasonably executed, but as the Judge indicated after the trial: "there is a vast difference between probable cause to arrest and beyond a reasonable doubt to convict."

State v. Aguilar, March 2020:

Defendant charged with rape first degree, sodomy first degree, and sexual abuse. The defendant was found not guilty by a jury of his peers in Jackson County, Missouri after we tried the case. Serious accusations were made against our client relating to a sexual encounter in a basement. We were able to show throughout the trial minor details had been overlooked, proving conclusively the alleged victim had made a makeshift bed in the basement prior to his arrival. We were also able to find the cigarette they had shared afterward that was missed by law enforcement during the investigation.

State v. Whitley, February 2020:

Defendant charged with rape first degree, and two counts of sodomy first degree in Jackson County, Missouri. The defendant was released after the jury could not come to a unanimous decision. The case was ultimately resolved through a plea agreement in 2021.

We are fortunate to be in a position of trust where people all over the midwest can turn to our office in their darkest times of need. Some are guilty, some are innocent, but all need strength to ensure they make it through.

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Being someone who has never had to deal with legal issues, having a charge against me was anxiety-inducing to say the least. I contacted a college buddy of mine who is a Lawyer in Kansas, and since my case was in Missouri, he gave me Greg's info and told me he is "The best guy to handle this for me." I have come to learn that my friend was not blowing smoke that day. Greg Watt is one of the best, if not THE BEST CD attorneys in the KCMO Metro area.

In our first meeting, not only did he gather info about my case, he asked me personal questions about my life that were not 100% relevant to my case. I found out later on that this was to determine/confirm if I was a good client/fit for his services, which absolutely blew my expectation out of the water. I deal with customers as an Account Exec, so I put a high value on customer/client service and ensuring they're the best fit for my services. This re-affirmed my decision to move forward with Greg.

Like I said, I'm not used to having to utilize legal services. Was there a little bit of sticker shock when we talked about the cost, sure there was. By this time though, he had already explained how he was going to honor every single one of my desired outcomes. I had also read reviews of many satisfied clients on google reviews. Needless to say, I wanted him to represent me no matter what.

Greg is very organized and will do most communication between him and the prosecutor(s)/other attorneys before the actual appearance. It was a huge relief to me to be able to know what was going to happen before I even walked into the courtroom. I've learned (from him) that many attorneys will try to squabble and argue like you would see on tv, but by him handling the issues before my appearance it made for a much more (dare I say this???) "enjoyable" court appearance experience. This isn't applicable to my situation, but I also know he's not afraid to take cases to trial... in fact... I believe he enjoys the challenge.

If you're in a position where you need legal services and are wondering where to turn, I highly suggest calling The Watt Law Firm to arrange a meeting. Talk to Greg and see if he's the best option to represent you for your issue. If you're like me, and are a good judge of character/work ethic/best interest of clients, I can all but guarantee that you will have retained his services before you leave the building. Do yourself a favor and give them a call. You don't even have to waste time meeting with anyone else, retain the best from the start.

-RP

P.S. I almost forgot... Toni is an absolute joy to work with as well.

Rob Pugh

I have never met a more intelligent attorney! Greg is not only highly educated and incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to the law, he is also the most compassionate and caring person when it comes to your case.

Greg really treats you and your family like real people and does not judge or make you feel like any less of a person for being in whatever legal trouble you might find yourself in.

Greg literally saved my life. I was facing very very serious charges and Greg fought for me and he literally saved me. He is by far the best attorney I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. I don’t know where I would have ended up without his legal expertise. He is an absolutely brilliant attorney and a great person. I can not say enough great things about him.

I would definitely recommend him to anyone facing any type of legal trouble. He is so honest and upfront and really takes time with you and explains everything so you understand fully what is going on. I can not thank him enough for saving my life. Absolutely Amazing Attorney!

Allison Fustin

It’d hard to find an attorney you can trust. Greg is a diamond in the rough. His honest, straight-forward explanations on what to expect in the courtroom, did not take away from his genuine concern for what road I was heading down if I continued to make the choices I had made to get into trouble with the law in the first place.

I had some serious charges on my plate, & with my already colorful past, I was very nervous that this was the last straw…but Greg felt if I could keep my nose clean, he could keep me out of jail…and he did. He helped me get another chance at success in this life, keeping me out of the system.

I knew Greg was the right choice, for I had met him before, when he was fighting tooth and nail for a friend of mine, keeping her out of jail as long as he could, even/especially when she was not doing what she was supposed to be doing. He showed that same heartfelt concern for her. It says “Every Client Matters”, on his web site.

That is not just a slogan in this case. Those are true words with Mr. Watt & I can easily say that’s worth more than his retainer…which Greg was happy to work with me on, as I was not making that much money at the time. He helped me become inspired to get back on the right road. I found a friend in Greg, which is much much more than I can say for other attorneys I’ve worked with in the past. He is a powerful defense attorney, who gets results.

When he told me he practiced on the prosecution side for a number of years, I knew he was perfect for my defense. Much of it is about experience, who you know, & relations made in the courtroom, ya know? I no longer live in the Kansas City area, I’ve taken my positive journey to California, & since, I’ve contacted Greg, inquiring on a real-estate suit, in the metro area, that I needed to take care of. Although he does not work in that field, I trusted in him for the guidance on who I could call.

When I did call, the first thing he said was “Hey Jake! How’ve you been? You still clean?”(I had drug related charges)…He remembered me! (It was 18 months ago) “Yes sir! Still clean.” “I’m proud of ya, man!” Yep, I found a friend in my attorney. If your looking for an awesome defense attorney, let Greg Watt give you a free consultation. You won’t be sorry!"

Jake Kull

I never give results on here, but I feel compelled to do so. I got into some legal trouble last year and had never been in trouble with the law in my life. I have a lot going on for myself in life with a great job, graduate school and a good future.

One night I went out with friends and got into a confrontation at a bar. It was a lapse in judgement on my part and I ended up getting arrested. I was at the lowest point in my life and was afraid that my future was possibly gone forever. The moment I talked to Greg for a consultation I immediately felt better.

He is very blunt and will let you know what to possibly expect. He doesn't sugarcoat things and that's exactly what I wanted from a lawyer. He asked me what results I was looking for to come out of court. He fought for me big time in court and was able to provide a great result for me! I can now continue onward with my future and he gave me a second chance.

Greg is very down to earth and very professional. I really got the sense that he cared and wanted to fight for me. I can't thank you enough for fighting to give me a second chance and not missing out on the future just because of one stupid mistake I made. I'll be forever grateful for how you fought for me. Thank you Greg!!!

Jared Pollock

A year ago I found myself in a situation where I needed a criminal attorney and I was recommended to Greg Watt.

After meeting Greg I felt that I am in good hands and he truly cares about his clients. He will listened to you, he will advise you according to your case and what is best in your interest. He is very passionate about his work, and he delivers outstanding results. Anytime you have to deal with a situation where you need a criminal attorney, you want to make sure you get the best attorney in town, because if you don't your life can change in a split second and not always for the good.

I do a lot of research before I hire anyone and read a lot of reviews and want to always make sure that I have the best person for the job. In this case don't be afraid to pay little more because you will get what you pay for.

Greg is very professional, honest, trustworthy and would never do anything that you are not comfortable with. If I ever find myself in a situation that I need a criminal lawyer and I hope I will not, Greg will be always my first and only choice.

Gabriela Maazouz

We can’t thank Greg enough for being there for us. He listens and was always available for questions via email and phone. He treated our daughter like she was his own. Greg was determined to get the best outcome possible and we couldn’t be more pleased!

Laura Anderson

If you are in need of an attorney, Greg Watt should be your choice. He will not over promise results but will work tirelessly to get the best possible ones for you. He’ll keep you informed throughout the process and is always available to answer questions and address concerns. I highly recommend him!!!

Vincent Hobbs
Greg Watt is the best attorney I have ever met. He is polite, responsive and knows his way around the courts. He answers the phone on Sunday. He is extremely aggressive, and negotiated my case superbly.
Kenneth Hudnall

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