Christopher Todd Adams

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Christopher Todd Adams

4.4
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 34 years

Family Lawyer at Lawrenceville, GA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Business ... +3 more

125 1/2 Perry Street, Lawrenceville, GA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2012
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About Christopher

Biography

We can address your legal issues effectively and professionally.

We handle trial work in all forums including Recorder's Court, State Court, and Superior Court.

We do divorce, custody, child support, contempts, modifications, legitimations, adoptions,and DHR.

Heavily involved in this specialized area since 1992. We recently won a Supreme Court case from Jct.

We handle wills, living wills, healthcare powers of attorney and general powers of attorney.

We handle accidents, catastrophic torts, and wrongful death cases.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Family 35%

We handle divorce, child custody, child support, contempts, protective orders, modifications, visitation, grandparent rights, and adoptions.

35%
Business 20%

We do corporate and LLC formation and contract litigation.

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

All courts including Recorder's Court, State Court, and Superior Court. Local ordinances, misdemeanors, and felonies. See our website.

20%
Juvenile Law 15%

A specialized area of law we have been heavily engaged in since 1992. We handle deprivations, unruly charges, delinquency charges, school panel hearings, and termination of rights cases.

15%
Estate Planning 5%

We do wills, living wills, healthcare powers of attorney, and general powers of attorney.

5%
Personal Injury 5%

We handle accidents, catastrophic torts, and wrongful death cases.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2011
Distinguished Peer Review Rating
Super Lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 34 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1992

Active Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2012

Location

Christopher T. Adams, P.C.

125 1/2 Perry Street, Lawrenceville, GA, 30045

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Christopher T. Adams, PC

125 1/2 Perry St., Lawrenceville, GA, 30045

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Online Presence

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Christopher Todd Adams's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

34 Client Reviews


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The vast majority of reviewers praise the lawyer as highly professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated, particularly in family law and traffic cases. Clients frequently highlight successful outcomes and supportive communication. Among less common feedback, a few reviews note concerns regarding communication and billing.

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Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2009

Out of state client

I recently got into some trouble while traveling through Georgia and contacted Mr. Adams for representation. He was very informative and straight about what could be done on my behalf. He handled everything without me having to go back to Georgia and even allowed me to pay his fees and everything by ...credit card. I've dealt with alot of lawyers over the years and I thought he was great. He got a better result than I hoped and sent copies to me for my records. If somebody posts a negative comment about this guy, then I would wonder why their experience was so different from mine.

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2009

The ONLY attorney I will be working with from now on. World class professional.

Over the past 15 years I have worked with several attorneys for various business reasons. Mr. Adams represented me in my divorce and custody dispute which my spouse decided to make into a villification battle. Mr. Adams was always well prepared, calm, and executed his strategy flawlessly in court. Hi...s presence and professionalism was consistently a stark contrast with my spouse's attorney. Additionally, Mr. Adam's staff reflect his professionalism and caring, showing that people with character attract and hire people with character. My advice - don't waste your time and money on other attorneys, invest in Chris Adams if you want excellence and the best possible results.

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2009

Good lawyer

Mr. Adams did my divorce and kicked @#$. He knew alot more than my wife's lawyer and was always prepared. He even did my will and stuff after the divorce for free.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2009

Lawyer comment

I hired Chris several years ago for a contract dispute I was having. Since then, he has done several other things for me and I've sent several friends and coworkers to him. He was always attentive, fair, and prepared. I wouldn't tell other people I know about him if I didn't believe in him. I don't... like lawyers but I like him and consider him to be my lawyer and friend.

Posted by Angel | January 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney

He doesnt seem to have a solid understanding of georgia traffic law

Hired Mr. Adams for a couple traffic violations in Gwinnett county. Without having ever discussed my case with me he approached me with a plea deal at my court appearance. I explained how pleading guilty to either of the violations would affect my ability to apply for a Commercial Driver’s license... in Georgia. He replied that since I didn’t have one yet it wouldn’t result in a cdl suspension. He did not seem to understand how CDL disqualifications work in Georgia which was shocking after just paying him a decent amount of money for his legal expertise I also explained how either violation could affect my insurance which matters for work. His response to that was a nolo plea would prevent it from affecting insurance. That was also false a nolo plea appears on your mvr and will affect insurance. It only prevents points towards suspension. It was very shocking how fast and sloppy he wanted to wrap up my case. I could have saved money just asking for the case to be sent to state court then hiring an attorney because he asked for another fee for that $$$ Chatgpt would have given me better legal representation

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Family lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Chris is tough as nails, without a doubt. He works hard for his clients and makes me earn every dollar when we're on opposite sides. Yet, when I see his name on a case as opposing counsel, I know that I'll be working with a straight-shooter."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2012.

Suspension issued in GA, 2012

updated on 11/05/2012

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Super Lawyer, Atlanta Magazine

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Managing Partner, Christopher T. Adams, P.C.

Associations

Gwinnett County Bar Association

Member

Atlanta Bar Association

Member

Georgia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Assoiciation of Criminal Defence Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Larizza v. Larizza

Unanimous decision by the Supreme Court

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Education

1992

University of Georgia Law of School

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Georgia

B.B.A

Speaking Engagements

2008

Continuing Legal Education

Defense of Mentally Incompetent Clients

Publications

1991

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Languages

English

Activity

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