Watts Law Firm Fights Back in $1 Billion Counterclaim
Watts Law Firm LLP is defending Marine Captain Christopher Cooprider in a federal case that has captured national attention. In response to allegations that he has fully denied, Captain Cooprider has filed a counterclaim seeking $1 billion in punitive damages and $100 million in actual damages.
This case highlights not only the serious consequences of false accusations, but also how deeply personal disputes are being weaponized in the ongoing national debate over abortion law and politics.
At Watts Law Firm, we bring strength, strategy, and resolve to the most high-stakes battles—because reputations, futures, and justice itself are on the line.

Mikal Watts
Mikal C. Watts is Board-Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a Martindale-Hubbel AV Rated Lawyer.


