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The absolute best training ground for a criminal defense lawyer is in the prosecutor’s office. It is there that essential trial skills and courtroom experience is developed and provides the most exceptional base for a lawyer to practice criminal defense thereafter. Attorney, John Adams, is a former prosecutor. With over thirty five (35) years of Criminal Defense experience built on that foundation.
Unlike most lawyers, Attorney John Adams' practice concentrates in Criminal Defense. That distinguishes him from those who practice in multiple areas of law such as divorce, contracts, wills, business, corporate, estates. etc. The result is consistently superior results.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
36 years
DUI and DWI
50%
36 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 41 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 43 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
Adams Law Firm, Chtd.
1997 Annapolis Exchange Pkwy, Suite 300, Annapolis, MD, 21401
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Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Great person
5.0 stars Posted by Ron July 13, 2019 I retained Mr Adams to help me with my case. From the initial consultation until the final analysis, he and his firm were completely professional, courteous, and punctual in every aspect Thank you for your help
Posted by Ron | July 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Top notch service and professionalism
I retained Mr Adams to help me with my case. From the initial consultation until the final analysis, he and his firm were completely professional, courteous, and punctual in every aspect possible.
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Attorney, Adams Law Firm, CHTD.
Associations
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
National College of DUI Defense
Member
National Trial Lawyers Association
Member
The National Trial lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers
Member
Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
DUI
won
DUI
dismissal without going to trial
Possession with Intent to Distribute
suspended sentence, no jail time
Violation of Probation
Probation closed without any jail time imposed
Education
1990
University of Baltimore School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Towson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers