High-stakes litigation. Strategic clarity.

We advise general counsel and executive teams navigating

complex commercial disputes across the US and UK.

Our Approach

In other cases, we are brought in mid-matter when existing strategies are not delivering results. A fresh perspective on ongoing litigation can significantly alter the trajectory. We evaluate what has been done, identify potential gaps, and determine what adjustments are necessary moving forward.

Our clients are typically companies facing significant exposure, where the outcome of a dispute may materially impact the business. We work closely with in-house counsel, functioning as an extension of their team rather than as a siloed external advisor.

We provide direct and candid advice, even when it may not align with initial expectations. That level of transparency is one of the reasons general counsel trust us with their most critical and high-consequence matters.

What We Do

Pre-Litigation Strategy

Cross-Border Coordination

Pre-Litigation Strategy

Before a complaint is filed, we help clients map out the full litigation landscape—venue selection, team assembly, expert identification, and document strategy. The goal is clarity on the path forward and the resources required.

Litigation Oversight

Cross-Border Coordination

Pre-Litigation Strategy

For ongoing matters, we provide independent strategic oversight—reviewing key filings, advising on settlement posture, and pressure-testing the litigation strategy. We work alongside existing counsel, not in competition with them.

Cross-Border Coordination

Multi-jurisdictional disputes require coordinated strategy across legal systems. We advise on matters spanning US and UK courts, working with local counsel in each jurisdiction to ensure aligned objectives and consistent positioning.

Steve Watson

Founder & Principal

Steve Watson founded Watson Consulting & Counsel to provide strategic litigation counsel to corporate legal departments navigating high-stakes disputes.

His practice focuses on advising general counsel before and during major litigation—helping shape strategy, assemble the right team, and maintain clarity on objectives as matters evolve. He works on both sides of the Atlantic, coordinating with local counsel across US and UK jurisdictions.

Steve is frequently retained when companies face significant litigation exposure and need independent strategic oversight, or when existing matters would benefit from a fresh perspective.

High-stakes litigation. Strategic clarity.

Our Approach

What We Do

Pre-Litigation Strategy

Cross-Border Coordination

Pre-Litigation Strategy

Litigation Oversight

Cross-Border Coordination

Pre-Litigation Strategy

Cross-Border Coordination

Cross-Border Coordination

Cross-Border Coordination

Steve Watson

Founder & Principal

Contact Us

team@watsonlawgroup.com