About Brent
Biography
North Carolina personal injury lawyer Brenton D. Adams has represented individuals against insurance companies since 1973.
Mr. Adams is board certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocacy Forum. He has been selected as one of the top 100 trial lawyers in North Carolina by the American Trial Lawyers Association.
Mr. Adams has given lectures to trial lawyers at numerous seminars dealing with trial advocacy and trial practice issues. Among the trial lawyer organizations at which Mr. Adams has lectured are the North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, The North Carolina Bar Association, American Association for Justice (formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America), Wake Forest University School of Law, ATLAS Lawyers Group and the prestigious Melvin M. Belli Seminar.
He has written articles for legal publications and institutions including Wake Forest Law Review, North Carolina Bar Association and American Association for Justice (formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America). In addition, he has authored books for consumers dealing with motor vehicle injury claims, workers' compensation law and medical malpractice.
The personal injury and accident attorneys at Brent Adams & Associates represent people who were injured or disabled as a result of an accident. Brent Adams & Associates' accident and personal injury attorneys recognize that our clients and their families are usually under severe financial stress from expensive medical treatment and lost work. Our law firm works hard to make sure claims are paid promptly and at full value. We handle all types of personal injury cases, the most common are car accidents. Automobile collisions are not the only cases in which personal injury claims arise. We routinely handle many other types of personal injury cases including medical malpractice, nursing home abuse and neglect, dog bites, slip and fall, insurance disputes, construction accidents, daycare abuse, asbestos exposure, motorcycle accidents and more.
He is a former vice president of the North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers and past State Delegate to the American Association for Justice (formerly the Association of Trial Lawyers of America).
Mr. Adams is a graduate of Wake Forest University and the Wake Forest University School of Law and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Southern Trial Lawyers Association.
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Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
53 years
50 years
53 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 53 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Location
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Brent Adams's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 64 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Deggie | May 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Lawyer Harkins of Brent & Adams
In October of 2017, I was traveling on US 421, when I approached a work zone lane taper. I was struck from behind by a vehicle which caused a chain reaction involving four vehicles. Brent Adams and Associates agreed to take my case and worked diligently on the case with periodic updates throughout...
Posted by Taylor | July 28, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Advice
Thank You Attorney Brent Adams for steering Me in the right direction. Although the office doesn't handle Family Law your referral helped enormously in the process of adopting my first child. April Gaulden Thank you for your professionalism and kindness when I called the office.
Posted by barbara | March 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Mr Jennings
Mr. Jennings helped us with a disability claim that had been turned down twice. We got a partially favorable decision. He is a very good lawyer and makes you feel very comfortable. Kendra Evans is our "go to" person in the office and very helpful.
Posted by Dalarie | February 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Greatest firm ever
Everytime we have needed legal experience, Brent Adams offices have always came out with winning results, very personalized service, love this office of law and fair justice.
Posted by anonymous | January 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Thankful for this firm
I have been working with this firm for a little over a year and I’m so thankful that they were able to handle my case. We got the victory!!!!!
Brent Adams's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am impressed with Mr. Adams' thoughtful advice in his legal guides on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer for his knowledge and experience. He continues to make a difference in his community."
"Brent Adams is the nicest attorney you will ever meet. Just as importantly he goes the extra mile for his client every time and his results speak for themselves. He is a true credit to the profession."
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"Mr. Adams is a very hard working attorney. He is an expert in workers compensation in North Carolina and gets good results for his clients. I fully endorse Mr. Adams."
"Brent Adams is a top notch attorney in North Carolina. He really takes the time to explain to his clients the process of their case and is there for them every step of the way. I fully endorse Attorney Adams."
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"Brent Adams is a top-notch personal injury lawyer in North Carolina. What amazes me most about Brent is that he is never willing to rest on his laurels for all he has accomplished for his clients to date. He constantly is seeking to improve to help his clients and I recommend him without reservation."
"Brent is the real deal. As a fellow lawyer, I can tell you that Brent is admired for his tenacity, client service, and integrity."
"Brent is a very skilled personal injury attorney. In addition to being such a capable trial lawyer, he is compassionate and cares about his clients."
"Mr. Adams is a competent and hard-working attorney. He is able to quickly and easily assess and analyze complicated legal situations. I have sincere respect for the way he runs his practice and for the breadth of his knowledge in his particular field. I recommend Mr. Adams to anyone looking for an attorney for a personal injury case in the Raleigh area."
"I endorse Brenton. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer.Brent Adams has handled numerous workers comp cases and he is an expert in the field of North Carolina Workers Comp. He gets great results and cares for his clients."
"I have had the good fortune of working with Brent and can attest to his integrity and commitment. Brent is an excellent attorney and person."
"Brent Adams runs a top notch law firm in North Carolina. Brent focuses his practice on educating his clients throughout a personal injury or workers compensation matter. Order one of his books today and you will know if you are injured in North Carolina, Brent Adams is who you need to call! Without hesitation I endorse Brent Adams."
"I endorse Brenton Adams. I know Brent from a national legal organization in which we both participate. I know he is a leader in his field and a top notch personal injury lawyer in North Carolina. I would have no hesitation in referring any of my clients who needed a personal injury lawyer in North Carolina to Brent."
"I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on co-authoring a book entitled "A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing, or What your Insurance Company Doesn't Want you to Know Until It's Too Late". Brent's thorough knowledge of personal injury law helped us to achieve #1 bestseller status on Amazon.com. I would trust Brent to take care of my own personal injury case. He is a fine lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
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2019
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2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2003
Board Certification in Civil Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy
1997
ATLA Stalwart, American Association for Justice
Work Experience
1972 - 1973
Research Assistant, The Supreme Court of North Carolina
Associations
2007 - Present
Southern Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
1982 - 1983
American Association for JusticeState Delegate
1982 - 1982
Trial Lawyers Doing Public JusticeFounding Member
1981 - 1982
N C Advocates For JusticeVive President
1975 - 1976
Wake County Bar AssociationSecretary-Treasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
$1,700,000
$2,500,000
$5,000,000
Education
1972
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
1994
Punitive Damages in Every Day Cases
1983
Dental Malpractice
Publications
1985
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
How to file an insurance claim?
08 Oct 2019
Do I have any legal recourse in a bedbug situation at a hotel?
07 Oct 2019
Legal Guides
What to Do After a Car Accident with a Hit-and-Run Driver
10 Mar 2013
When a Person Contracts Hospital-Acquired (Nosocomial) Infections
28 Feb 2013
Five Major Reasons a Workers’ Comp Attorney Should Be Hired after a Work Injury
27 Feb 2013