Ms. Adams graduated from Millersville University, cum laude. She then received her J.D. from Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg in 1997, where she graduated cum laude and was ranked 4th in her class. Ms. Adams then served as a law clerk for the Honorable James P. Cullen in the Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas.
In 1998, Ms. Adams accepted a position as an Assistant District Attorney for the York County District Attorney's Office where she was responsible for all phases of prosecution. Ms. Adams was then assigned to the Narcotics Unit where she gained valuable experience prosecuting felony drug crimes and drug related homicides.
In 2002, Ms. Adams accepted a position with the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office in the Asset Forfeiture and Money Laundering Section. Shortly afterwards, Ms. Adams was transferred to the Drug Strike Force Section where she was responsible for felony drug and narcotics investigations and prosecutions in a nine county area. As a Senior Deputy Attorney General with that section, Ms. Adams has had extensive experience withe the Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Act and the Statewide Investigating Grand Jury. Ms. Adams has had approxiamately sixty-five jury trials throughout her career.
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128 North Lime Street, Lancaster, PA, 17602
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Posted by Christopher | October 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Exemplary Attorney
Heather Adams went far and beyond her call of duty for me. After being completely despised at how my previous "big name" attorney handled my case, I hired Ms. Adams and she assisted me in fixing mistakes my previous lawyer had made. Shortly after hiring her she was able to get my prison sentence cut ...
Posted by James | January 13, 2015 | Expungement
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Ms. Adams handled an expungement matter for me. She was professional, diligent, and effective. I have nothing but good things to say about the way she handled my case.
"I endorse this lawyer as Heather is always well prepared and passionate about the defense of her clients. Heather is well respected as a criminal attorney in York and Lancaster counties."
"Heather Adams handles criminal defense cases with absolute professionalism. She will work towards the best result for her clients, and she is committed to handling the case competently and thoroughly. I highly endorse this attorney."
"Heather is well respected Attorney in the community. I had the privilege to learn from Heather when I was a legal intern and the opportunity to work with her years later. Her client's are fortunate to have a knowledgeable, prepared and passionate Attorney on their side."
"I highly endorse Ms. Adams. She handles cases in a professional and timely manner. She is competent and thorough. I have referred matters to her, and she has gotten remarkable results for the client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Professional. Experienced. Unique. Thorough. Competent. Will research, investigate, discuss, probe and delve into minute details to the benefit of the client. Possess characteristics that set her apart from the rest in her field."
"Heather is an exceptional attorney who works tirelessly for her clients. I would highly recommend Heather for any legal matter, particularly those involving criminal law."
"I fully endorse this lawyer. She is highly professional, well-read and prepares her cases fully. Well respected by her fellow attorneys, Heather knows how to both settle and try cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. Heather was a very effective prosecutor who was always well prepared in court. She now brings her many years of courtroom skill and experience to her criminal defense clients who will benefit from her proficiency as a criminal trial lawyer."
"Heather was a hard working, tough prosecutor. I am sure her criminal clients will benefit from her wealth of knowledge of the criminal justice system and her excellent litigation skills. Heather is one of the best!"
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Award for Excellence, Pennsylvania Office of The Attorney General
2009
Outstanding Prosecutor Award, Pennsylvania Narcotics Officers Association
2014 - Present
Associate, Pyfer, Reese, Straub, Gray & Farhat
2002 - 2014
Senior Deputy Attorney General, Pennsylvania Office Of Attorney General
1998 - 2002
Assistant District Attorney, York County District Attorney's Office
1997 - 1998
Law Clerk, Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas - Hon. James P. Cullen
2014 - Present
Lancaster Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce
Appeal won
Case dismissed
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
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