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John Wesley Adkins
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Biography
I was born in Marietta, Georgia. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Kennesaw State University where I received a B. B. A. in Finance, and obtained my J. D. degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. Additionally, I won various mock trial competitions in the Intensive Advocacy Program at the University of San Francisco.
I hold membership in the State Bars of California and Georgia, and I am a member of the American Bar Association, Cobb County Bar Association, Atlanta Bar Association, the American Association for Justice and the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and I have served as a Barrister in the Bleckley Inns of Court, and am admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia, Supreme Court of Georgia, Court of Appeals of Georgia, and all Georgia Superior, State, Probate and Magistrate Courts. I also am a member of Kennesaw Lodge No. 33, F. & A. M., of the Kennesaw State University Alumni Association and of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity.
We have recovered millions of dollars for our clients. Adkins Law Firm was founded by a litigation attorney John W. Adkins and serves seriously injured people. Our goal is simple, we seek to maximize your personal injury recovery.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Car Accident
34%
21 years | 500 cases
Spinal Cord Injury
33%
21 years | 300 cases
Trucking Accident
33%
21 years | 300 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Check
Awards
2024 2023 2022
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Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 20 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 20 years
State: California
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Rob | August 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Best possible outcome for a hit & run injury
While pregnant, my wife was hit by a car as she was crossing the street on foot. After she spent several days in the hospital, we contacted Attorney John Adkins to represent us. John and his legal team did a great job communicating with us, keeping us informed about our options, and ultimately obtain...
Posted by Shante | May 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Client
I was riding as a passenger in my friend’s vehicle, and we were in a wreck which was caused by a drunk driver and resulted in me being injured. I hired Attorney John Adkins and his team to handle my case. They did a fantastic job helping me! Highly recommended!
Posted by Jessica | April 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Client
I was riding as a passenger in our vehicle and was injured in a motor vehicle collision. My husband and I hired Attorney John Adkins and his team to help us. I highly recommend this law firm for any vehicle wreck case
Posted by Todd | April 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Client
My wife and I were in a car wreck when someone improperly took a left hand turn in front of my vehicle. We hired John Adkins and his legal team to represent us. They did a great job on our case. Best attorneys in Atlanta.
Posted by Simone | April 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Simone
My vehicle was rear-ended which caused injuries to me. The auto insurance company would not cover my medical expenses, so I hired Attorney John Adkins to deal with the insurance company. John’s team made the entire process easy and they obtained a wonderful result for me.
John Wesley Adkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known John for several years and have found him to be professional, knowledgeable and highly personable. He is one of the finest younger trial lawyers in Atlanta. He is singularly talented and I recommend him highly."
"John Adkins is a knowledgeable and highly skilled attorney that works hard for his clients. He gets the job done, and he is an advocate for his clients."
"I highly endorse John Adkins. In all of my dealings with John, he was a zealous advocate for this client. He is professional and knowledgeable on the law. Importantly, he was able to present complex legal issues in a way that laypersons will understand. More importantly, he avoids unnecessary legal proceedings that do not benefit his clients such as engaging in unnecessary discovery disputes, filing unsuccessful motions, or engaging in arguments which are not likely to succeed or add value to his client's case. Instead, he focuses on the issues of the case which only adds to his credibility. Overall, he is great attorney and an asset to the legal community."
"John is a hardworking, experienced, ethical attorney who cares about getting the best results for his clients."
"John is a very hands on attorney. He cares about his clients and works tirelessly to ensure they receive the justice they deserve. I highly endorse this John for any personal injury case."
"I recently had the privilege of associating John on a complicated motor vehicle collision case. His skills and expertise as a litigator allowed us to achieve a very favorable result for our clients. He is a trusted colleague for which I would not hesitate to recommend."
"John is a diligent, detail oriented, workmanlike and able advocate For his clients."
"I have the privilege of working with John on cases. I can tell you that, based upon my personal experience, John is an outstanding lawyer. He is smart, hard-working, trustworthy, and understands strategy and tactics like few truly do. John has earned my highest endorsement."
"John is a great lawyer and I highly recommend him."
"John is one of the go to lawyers when it comes to personal injury cases. John's ability to advocate for his clients through settlement negotiations and show command of the courtroom during trials is unrivaled. I frequently contact John when there are complex legal issues in my cases and his counsel is always on point. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. A fine and conscientious attorney who works always for the best result for his client."
"I met John the very first day of Law School back in August of 2001. We have been friends ever since. Even as a student, John exhibited professionalism and diligence in his work. John has a passion for helping others and a genuineness that many attorneys don't have. As an attorney he has done stellar work in garnering the best possible results for his clients. I highly recommend this attorney."
"John is an excellent lawyer who outworks every other lawyer I know. He is smart, diligent, experienced and does a great job for his clients.I endorse him highly and give him my highest recommendation.."
"I highly endorse John and don't hesitate to send clients and friends with personal injury claims to him. I know they will be very well served."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Multi- Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member, Multi- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2020
Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2020
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers
2020
Peer Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2008
Barrister, Bleckley American Inns of Court
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Attorney/Managing Member, Adkins Law Firm, LLC
2004 - 2005
Law Clerk, Bruce A. Wilson, CPA & Attorney
2003 - 2004
Law Clerk, San Diego District Attorney's Office
Associations
2016 - Present
Johnson & WardManaging Partner
2016 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2010 - Present
Georgia Trial Lawyers AssociationChampion Member
2007 - Present
Cobb County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Atlanta Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Pi Kappa Phi FraternityMember and Past President
Sample of Legal Cases
Constance Collins and Madonna Gammel, et al. vs. Komatsu America Corp., et. al.
Resolved
Zirpoli v. Jenkins
Resolved
Miller, Jerry , et al. v. Rayner T. Duncan
Resolved
Van Billings & Debbie Billings v. Jason C. Peart
Resolved
Pruitt, Vivian v. WalMart
Resolved
Jackson, Kim, et al. v. Oliver Love et al
Resolved
Education
2004
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2019
Trial of Green vs. Reid
Public pre-trial conference hearing
2019
Public Hearing State Court of Fulton County
Rule Nisi - Motion for Partial Summary Judgement
2013
Public Hearing DeKalb County State Court
Motion for Sanctions for Spoliation of Evidence
2012
Atlanta Bar Association, Sole Practioner/Small Firm Meeting
Dealing with Harmful Experts
2010
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
Trial of Beverly Lucas v. LLoyd Nurse
2009
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association - 2009 Conference
High Speed Police Pursuits
Publications
2020
www.adkinslegal.com
10 Things to Always do after a car wreck
2020
www.adkinslegal.com
How To Deal With Insurance Companies After A Wreck
2020
2019
www.adkinslegal.com
What To Do If You Get Into A Wreck!
2019
www.adkinslegal.com
What To Do If Injured In A Wreck
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
A golf cart hit my vehicle in my apartment complex. Are they responsible for the damages?
24 Apr 2019
Q&A
Can I sue greyhound if the bus driver got into a accident with a park car
24 Apr 2019
Q&A
How can I get UPS to pay for hitting my cabin house?
02 Apr 2019