$ 350-400 per hour
Mr. Adams received his Juris Doctorate from the Shepard Broad Law Center, Nova Southeastern University, graduating in the top 5% of his class. In law school, Mr. Adams was a member of Law Review, as well as, the Chief Advocate for the Moot Court Honor Society. He attended law school as a Dean Fellow Scholarship recipient. While in law school, Mr. Adams received the “Book Award” (highest grade) in Corporations, Tax, and Appellate Practice. Prior to seeking higher education, Mr. Adams served in the United States Army and the New Jersey Army National Guard. He is a veteran of the Persian Gulf War, where he received a Commendation for Valor for Action in Combat. He ended his military career at the rank of Sergeant.
Following law school, Mr. Adams was awarded a prestigious Judicial Law Clerk position with the Honorable Melanie May of Florida's Fourth District Court of Appeals. Since completing his Judicial Clerkship, Mr. Adams has focused his practice exclusively on employment and personal injury litigation. His experience includes employment law (for example: Fair Labor Standards Act, Family Medical Leave Act, COBRA claims, Discrimination, Retaliation, USERRA, and nonpayment of wages), general civil liability (for example: UM, PIP & Bad Faith), and appellate practice.
Mr. Adams has successfully represented hundreds of employees seeking damages from their employers in both Federal and State court. He has successfully tried numerous cases, including claims of discrimination, unpaid overtime (Fair Labor Standards Act), and unpaid wages.
Mr. Adams is licensed to represent clients in all Florida State Courts, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
Mr. Adams is a founding partner of LaBar | Adams and manages the firm's civil law department.
$ 350-400 per hour
40%-40%
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Acquired: 2002
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2300 E. Concord Street, Orlando, FL, 32803
39 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Sonya | June 21, 2022 | Employment & Labor
Very intelligent and thorough
Mr Adams did a great job evaluating my legal concerns and questions regarding an employment issue. He is extremely smart and analytical. He researched my situation ahead of time and knew the details of my situation before we even met. He then explained everything to me very well and presented me with...
Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Excellent Employment Lawyer
I highly recommend Mr. Adams to everyone who needs a lawyer regarding all employment matters. Mr. Adams is an extremely respectful, professional, prompt, and thorough lawyer. Mr. Adams gave his undivided attention when handling my case. He showed ultimate respect, kindness, and understanding no ma...
Posted by Todd | February 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Hard working firm
Scott Adams is a partner at Labar/Adams. He and his whole legal team did a phenomenal job in executing my employment/workman's comp litigation. If your looking for a lawyer who is going to lie to get you compensation you're looking in the wrong place! Mr. Adams is honest and hard working and wins ...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Upmost confidence and tremendous professionalism, That is what Mr. Adams puts into all of his work.
It seems like a common denominator among all of his reviews but it is absolutely correct. The way the firm handles the case puts you at complete ease and gives you the confidence that it will get resolved on your favor. It also completes the task on a fairly quick manner which it was also surprising ...
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2014 | Employment & Labor
World class advocacy and support
Mr Adams took my case for employment discrimination (race and age) knowing the low probability of success. What he saw was gross injustice and was bent on righting a wrong. He provided first rate service by studying the employers biz model, legal history and financial health - constantly educating me...
"Attorney Scott Adams is a leader in our community. He is currently the chair of the Orange County Bar Association Labor and Employment Committee. Here he serves as a mentor to other attorneys on the committee, including me. Scott is also involved in the community. This year, for example, our committee had a fundraiser to provide presents to foster children in a local foster home. Attorney Scott Adams and I not only share our last name but also our passion for the community and the interest in the employment area of law. I endorse this lawyer."
"Scott is my number 1 go to lawyer for all matters employment & labor. He is thorough and cares about his cases. A true professional in every respect."
"Scott Adams is an excellent attorney, and a passionate advocate for his clients. I've had the pleasure of knowing him for the past few years, and I can honestly say he is one of the smartest, most driven lawyers I have ever met."
"Not only does Scott Adams have a sharp legal mind, he is mindful of his clients needs and endeavors to obtain the best result for his clients. Expect professionalism and commitment. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Scott over 5 years. He is a professional and thorough attorney. He leaves no stone unturned and has no problem seeing a case through its needed completion, regardless of whether it needs to be tried."
"I highly endorse Mr. Adams, who is a very professional and courteous lawyer who I have had the pleasure of working with. I trust Mr. Adams enough to refer my own clients to Mr. Adams."
"Scott Adams practices with great professionalism and has a strong knowledge of employment law - I'm pleased to endorse him."
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Top 100 Employment Verdicts in American in 2019, TopVerdict
2017
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Attorney - Employment, AVVO
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client's Choice - Employment, AVVO
2015
Top Attorney - Employment, AVVO
2015
Client's Choice - Personal Injury, AVVO
2014
Top Attorney - Employment, AVVO
2013
Pro Bono Award, Florida Bar
2002
Graduated in the top 5% of his class, Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
2001
Chief Advocate, Moot Court Honor Society, Nova Southeastern Univerisyt- Shepard Broad Law Center
2000
Law Review, Nova Southeastern University- Shepard Broad Law Center
1999
Dean Fellow Scholarship, Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
1990
Valorous Unit Award for Actions in Combat, United States Army
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"Book Award” in Corporations, Tax, and Appellate Practice, Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
2007 - Present
Partner, LaBar & Adams, P.A.
2005 - 2007
Trial Attorney, Pantas Law Firm
2002 - 2003
Judicial Law Clerk, Florida Fourth District Court Of Appeal
2016 - Present
Florida Bar Wage and Hour SubcommitteeMember
2013 - Present
Central Florida Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Florida Bar, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers SectionMember
2006 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
Member
2000 - 2002
Nova Law ReviewMember
Verdict and Judgment for $112,790.50 for prior employer's tortious interference with employee's current employment
$215,000.00 obtained for lost wages, compensatory damages, and attorney's fees and costs
$363,397.00 recovered in unpaid overtime, liguidated damages, and attorney fees and costs
Verdict and Judgment for $1,212,080.00 with post verdict settlement totaling $1,500,000.00 inclusive of attorney fees, attorney expenses, and attorney costs.
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