Mr. Less was contacted at almost 4:30 in the afternoon to handle a case for my child. Mr. Less made sure to explain everything thoroughly, the good, the bad and everything in between. Mr. Less was very empathetic to my child's fears and he was prepared to answer any and all questions I might have had. By the time I called in the morning to find out what the next step was, he already had the case DISMISSED. Wholly smokes that is what I call SERVICE. I understand not all cases are the same but I and my child are SO GRATEFUL for how he made this process feel once he was involved. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS.
Criminal Defense includes the following:
Domestic Violence
Drug Crimes
DUI
Sex Crimes
Theft Crimes
Fraud
Assault & Battery
Murder
White Collar Crimes
Weapons Crimes
Traffic Crimes
Contested and Uncontested Dissolutions of Marriage
Establishment/Disestablishment of Paternity
Modifications of Final Agreements
Pre/Post-Nuptial Agreements
9 years
Adam D. Less is a former law enforcement officer and FL bar attorney who practices primarily in the areas of criminal defense, focusing on defending charges of DUI, Possession of Controlled Substances, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Assault, Battery, Driving While License Suspended and Theft. He has represented hundreds of clients in misdemeanor and felony court, and recently has expanded his practice into the areas of divorce and modifications of child custody agreements.
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Adam earned a B.S. in Psychology and a M.A. in General Psychology with an emphasis in Forensic Neuropsychology from the University of North Florida. While earning his Master’s degree, Adam studied the effects of Cross-Racial Identification in Eye-Witness Testimony, and presented at various symposiums pertaining to this topic. Adam was awarded a J.D. from Drake University School of Law in 2013, with concentrations in Public Service and Constitutional Law, and worked as a Law Enforcement Officer with the Stuart Police Department.
Adam utilizes his background in Law Enforcement and Constitutional Law to focus on suppression issues in criminal cases, arguing aggressively against the violation of his clients’ Constitutional Rights.
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Excellent
Excellent choice I made to hire ADL law highly recommended 5 star all the way
Posted by Anna | January 6, 2022
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Very Professional
Mr. Less was contacted at almost 4:30 in the afternoon to handle a case for my child. Mr. Less made sure to explain everything thoroughly, the good, the bad and everything in between. Mr. Less was very empathetic to my child's fears and he was prepared to answer any and all questions I might have had. By the time I called in the morning to find out what the next step was, he already had the case DISMISSED. Wholly smokes that is what I call SERVICE. I understand not all cases are the same but I and my child are SO GRATEFUL for how he made this process feel once he was involved. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS.
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Posted by anonymous | April 8, 2021
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Great attorney
I had never been in trouble before, and talked to several lawyers before selecting Adam to represent me. During my consultation he told me exactly what I was facing, and didn't sugarcoat the situation. He walked me through the process, and answered all my questions. Adam cared about me, and my case. In the end he was able to get my charges reduced, and me into a diversion program. Successful completion of the program led to the charges being dropped. If any of my friends, or family are in need of a criminal defense attorney I will refer them to Adam. He is head and shoulders above the rest!
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Posted by Juliker | January 11, 2021
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The best in Florida
He is the best of the best he will never stop Nd try his hardest to get anything done for you and will work with you also, so I recommend Adam less nothing less
Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2020
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Absolutely AMAZINGGG !!!
This Is The BEST Attorney Hands Down - Highly Recommended To Get The Job Done , Super Professional And Did Me A Huge FAVOR LOVEEEEE LOVEEE LOVE ADAM LESS & ADL Law :)
Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2020
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The Real Deal!
Adam gets the job done, and he doesn’t bs! If you want a lawyer who is upfront, understanding, but also a pitbull in court! You got him. He understands that you are human and as long as you hold up your end of the bargain, and make payments on time or contact them if there’s any discrepancies they will appreciate that and move accordingly. Not only did he have case after case but still made time for each case, he beat our case!
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Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2020
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Excellent Attorney!
I was very happy with how he handled my case. It may have cost a few extra dollars than I really wanted to spend but he got all my charges dismissed and that’s all I wanted. Thank you!
Posted by Jennifer | January 28, 2019
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Criminal
Top shelf lawyer! Explained the process and made a bad thing a lot easier to deal with.
Posted by Christine | March 15, 2018
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Custody
Adam was amazing and very professional. He is very knowledgeable and got our case settled quickly. It was a very stressful time and he kept us informed and updated on all aspects of the case
Posted by John | March 4, 2018
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Outstanding Lawyer
I am very pleased with the service that Adam Less provided for me. He was always there for me whether it is reassurance in the case or answering my questions no matter how trivial they may have been. He also answered my questions in a professional and timely manner. I highly recommend Adam Less for your lawyer.
Posted by Justin | February 13, 2018
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Case
Adam was very efficient in helping me with my case which I was extremely Disturbed about and made the process very easy/fast for me. He always responded promptly to me and is very understanding I would highly recommend if you need help to choose him.
Posted by Jessica | February 2, 2018
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Amazing
I don’t know what I would have done without Adam he did an amazing job with my case and closed it super fast! Very thankful I found him.
Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2017
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Expertly handled my divorce
Mr. Less recently handled my divorce and I could not be happier with the legal outcome. He was able to answer all my questions in a reassuring manner, and helped avoid getting into a long, drawn-out process. I was always able to reach him in a timely manner when I had questions. He was extremely professional in court. Ultimately I was relieved to have him in my corner, and I have referred family and friends to him since.
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Posted by Steve Raney | March 27, 2015
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Mr. Less was a god sent. He came tio see me in jail.he kept me informed about my case. In court he was outtstanding. He was able to get me in front of the judge in record rime. I wiyld recommend him to anyone in need of a defense lawyer.
Posted by Robin | March 22, 2015
Contentious Divorce
I was involved in a very contentious, drawn out divorce and I decided to change attorneys. Mr. Less was recommended by a friend and offered a free consultation. After my consultation Mr. Less took immediate attention to my divorce and was able to negotiate a mutually agreeable divorce settlement within a month. I was impressed at him being able to take a hostile divorce situation and be extremely assertive without being aggressive to resolve our disputes. Divorce is a difficult and emotional situation and Mr. Less was empathic and I felt he sincerely cared about me as a client . I highly recommend him without hesitation.
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Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2015
Didn't bs
Adam is a great attorney. At my free consultation, he was completely honest with me concerning my case and didn't sugar coat what could happen. Every other attorney i met with told me all kind of lies just so I would hire them... most of them didn't even read my arrest report. Adam read my arrest report in front of me, and told me exactly what to expect. There are soo mnany attorneys out there, it is nice not to feel lied to just for business. He handled my case exactly as he said, kept me informed and ended up getting me a reduced charge down from my DUI. He's great.
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Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2015
Got my Life Back
Adam works for Jeff Gorman and he worked on my case earlier this year. Him and Jeff got my charges down, and instead of 25 years, I got 6 months. They saved my life. Only attorneys i trust.
Posted by Jason | February 5, 2015
Great attorney with local ties
I was charged with a DUI and immediately became overwhelmed with all the legal repercussions. Adam contacted me the Monday following my arrest and politely invited me to his office to discuss my case. At his office Adam never interrupted me while I explained my arrest and he answered all my questions. He then told me what he can do for me citing examples from previous cases based on prosecutors he's worked with in the past. I agreed to hire him to represent me and from there he made things easy. I didn't have to do anything but say yes or no. When reviewing the possible outcomes and the prosecutor's offer Adam gave me his opinion of percentages of success to help me make my decision as to how to move forward with the case. He never undermined the fact that it was my decision to fight the DUI or take the prosecutors offer. I am greatly thankful for his help and highly recommend him. If you worried about his hiring a "new" attorney let me assure you that what Adam currently lacks in tenure he greatly compensates in the tenacity in which he works on a case, gaining specialized experienced everyday.
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Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2014
Got the job done
A call to a Law Office is one you hope you'll never have to make. When I did I was happy Adam picked up. I was hesitant at first speaking to Jeffs assistant but as the conversation went on I was thoroughly impressed with Adams calm demeanor, knowledge and genuine care for my scenario. Not only was my case resolved quickly and in my favor but the handling of it was really professional. I was informed and communicated with every step of the way and it made me really comfortable through a difficult process.
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Posted by Carl G. | October 22, 2014
Thanks
I recently got in a little trouble with the law for a domestic dispute. I contacted Jeff T. Gorman Law Offices and was assigned to Attorney Adam Less. During my first meeting with him i didn't feel like he was judging me at all for the situation I was in. I think that he was actually listening to me. Even when I called with little questions, he made sure to call me back or take my call right away.
In court he did his thing and my charges were dropped. I can now go on with my life.
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Family Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
""I endorse Adam Less, Esq. I have had the pleasure of dealing directly with Mr. Less and his office on Family Law matters as well as observing him in his role as a Criminal Defense Attorney. Mr. Less is an experienced attorney who works hard to get the best results for his clients.""
Divorce and separation Attorney | May 29
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I had the pleasure of working against Mr. Less in a divorce and custody matter. Throughout the matter, Mr. Less worked diligently for his client while maintaining a high level of professionalism. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Adam is an excellent attorney who is very well versed in the law and knows his way around the courtroom. He has gained a lot of experience in a short amount of time and I have worked with him on several cases which yielded very positive results for the client."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Co-worker
"Adam is a tough lawyer with a big heart. He is ferocious in his defense of clients, and he is extremely personable. We worked together in a legal clinic, and I witnessed first hand his dedication to clients, and his character. I would definitely recommend him, and as a matter of fact, I have even referred Florida clients to him despite my practice being in Missouri."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 29
Relationship: Co-worker
"I worked with Adam at the Public Defender's Office before we went our separate ways. He is a fantastic attorney and one of the hardest working people I know."
Unknown Attorney | Oct 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer, who has a very high level of competence and knowledge in his practice areas, as reflected by his answers on this website."
"This Attorney is a well respected member of the legal industry, they go above and beyond to fight for their clients and I highly recommend them for legal counsel."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Adam is an excellent attorney. Before he was a lawyer, I supervised him at the Public Defender's office as an intern. Even then he had the same passion, dedication, and zealous representation that he has for his client's now. And because of that, when I resigned from Jeff Gorman's Law Office, I recommended Adam as my replacement. He has continued that same dedication at Jeff's office and gets his client's excellent results while holding their hands through the process."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Adam Less for almost two decades. He is an extremely skilled and hard working attorney. He is dedicated to the best interests of his clients, and has the utmost in integrity. I highly endorse him."
Child custody Attorney | Oct 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Less cares about his clients and works hard to get good results. Beloved in the legal community and highly esteemed by his colleagues."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"I am proud to endorse Adam as a great young lawyer. I have supervised Adam on countless criminal and family cases throughout his time at my firm, and he impresses me time and time again. As a former prosecutor, I have gone up against plenty of new attorneys in court, but Adam handles his cases and himself in court like a veteran advocate. He's passionate about his clients' rights and does what is necessary to advocate aggressively for them. I would trust him with any case I have, and strongly endorse him in both criminal and divorce cases."
Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."