Watkins is slated to guest in the TNT series' season finale, reported Deadline.
The 48-year-old actor will take up the role of a judge who is set to play a vital role in the case against serial rapist Phillip Stroh.
'Revolution' star Billy Burke is expected to reprise his role as Stroh.
The show's season finale will play in a two-part instalment set to air on January 12 and January 19.