Suren G Adams

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Suren G Adams

5.0
22 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Bowie, MD
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship

4201 Mitchellville Road, Suite 500, Bowie, MD

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About Suren

Biography

We help families get their financial house in order and to leave a legacy instead of a mess. Call for a free consultation from one of our experienced Estate Planning or Probate lawyers.

We help families leave a legacy instead of a mess by preparing tailored estate plans to address specific families concerns through Wills, Trusts, Durable Powers of Attorney, and Advance Directives/Living Wills.

When a loved one can no longer take care of themselves, we help navigate the Guardianship court process so that the proper protections can be put in place.

We help navigate the probate and estate administration court process so you can focus on mourning your loved one rather than on paperwork and deadlines.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 70%

We help families get their financial house in order through Estate Planning with Wills, Trusts, Durable Powers of Attorney, and Advance Healthcare Directives/Living Wills.

24 years | 1,500 cases

70%
Probate 25%

We help navigate the Probate and Estate Administration court process when a loved one has passed away so that you can focus on mourning rather than paperwork and deadlines.

10 years | 300 cases

25%
Guardianship 5%

We assist families through the Guardianship court process when a loved one is no longer able to care for themselves.

8 years | 5 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2019

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 21 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2004

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 23 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Adams Law Office, LLC

4201 Mitchellville Road, Suite 500, Bowie, MD, 20716

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Adams Law Office, LLC

1025 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 1012, Washington, DC, 20036

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Online Presence

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Suren G Adams's Reviews

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Posted by Patricia | June 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning Pros

I was in search of a legal firm to assist me with preparing an estate plan. I'm very thankful that the Adams Law Office assisted me with this service. The office staff was professional and friendly. My attorney, Carolyn Truby, and her team took care of assisting me with preparing my estate plan do...cuments. I am very grateful for all of their hard work, as well as their expertise. I would definitely recommend this law firm to others.

Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Awesome experience!

Our experience was stellar, professional, informative, and engaging! We appreciate all of the time spent to patiently answer every question and concern, to enlighten us in areas we had no idea about, time taken to carefully explain every detail of the Trust and the importance of it , and so much mor...e! To know that we can check in with any questions even after signing our Legacy Estate plan puts me at so much ease! We are grateful for the opportunity to work with Ms Melody Haynes & the wonderful Team at Adams Law! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND their expertise in an area that is so very needed for you & your family! Many thanks again! Mark & Tammy!!

Posted by Barbara | November 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Ericca Pearson

I was treated with the upmost respect regarding my having to file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Ericca Pearson, my attorney handled my case with efficiency and a vast knowledge of the entire bankruptcy court system. Attorney Pearson brought to my case her warmth and humanity. I highly recommend this law... office. From the initial telephone call to the appearance before the bankruptcy court trustee they are here for you.

Posted by Fred | May 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Excellent Attorney Suren Adams. excellent staff.

I went to one of Mrs. Adams seminars which was very informative. I was very impressed and hired her for my estate Attorney. She did a great job for our family. She is very detailed and patient and her staff was very supportive. I am very satisfied with our estate package and would highly recommend he...r service for estate planning.

Posted by Nicole Harris | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Highly Recommended

Suren has done an excellent job in representing my family and I in various legal, estate planning and real estate matters. We communicated via phone, email and a few face to face encounters. Adam Law Office has an excellent support staff as well and they are responsive to your needs. I have been w...orking with her for close to three years on different legal issues. I recently told her it's like she has become apart of the family. She was extremely professional and knowledgeable and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone to uphold the highest level of ethical standards, professionalism, confidentiality and care and concern for their clients.

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Brian Gormley

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Suren is a practical and sharp attorney who sees the big picture and doesn't take advantage of her clients. Two thumbs up!"

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Davida Bortmes

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Adams is very knowledgeable and explains the legal process(both estate planning and bankruptcy) to her clients very well. She puts her clients at ease and is a great attorney to have in your corner."

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Sylvia Adams

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Suren Adams for years and I find her to be a very knowledgeable and experienced bankruptcy attorney. She has always been my go-to advisor on bankruptcy matters and I have always found her to be professional and approachable. I'm quite sure that these attributes extend to her clients and any client would be well-served to have Suren as his/her lawyer in such a sensitive and personal area of law."

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Scott Swafford

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly - Suren is a consummate professional that is enjoyable to work with and extremely attentive to clients."

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Okiemute Whiteru

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lindsey Duvall

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Adams represented an interested party in an estate I handled. She was prompt in her responses and deft in addressing the issues at hand. The matter proceeded without delay thanks to Ms. Adams participation."

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Karen Ware

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I regularly refer clients to Ms. Adams. She is very knowledgeable, conscientious, and detail-oriented. She is also very responsive to colleagues and clients alike. She is kind and respectful and cares very much about her clients. She always goes the extra mile for them. I highly recommend Suren Adams and her office."

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Scott Swafford

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Karen Ware

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2024

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2023

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2022

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2021

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2020

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

1998

Legal Research and Writing Honors, George Washington University Law School

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Owner, Adams Law Office, LLC

Associations

2004 - Present

District of Columbia Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Prince George's County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

Alliance of Black Women Attorneys

Member

2012 - 2013

Maryland State Bar Association, Consumer Bankruptcy Section

Council Member

Education

2002

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Maryland, College Park

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Maryland, College Park

MA - Masters

Speaking Engagements

2016

Seminar on Living Trusts Living Trusts

Publications

2013

Adams Law Office, LLC Blog Should Christians File for Bankruptcy?

2013

Adams Law Office, LLC Blog Everyone Needs an Estate Plan

Languages

English

Activity

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