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Adam C. Cortez

3.0
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Antonio, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Environmental and Natural Resources, Commercial, Personal Injury

12758 Cimarron Path Ste 118, San Antonio, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 34 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1991

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Cortez Law Firm

12758 Cimarron Path Ste 118, San Antonio, TX, 78249-3426

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Adam C. Cortez's Reviews

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3.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Idiot

Takes your money and absolutely does nothing for it. This guy is a scam artist.

Posted by Jacob | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved My Life

I have recommended Adam over the years to many people. I even personally hired him, and ended up with a light sentence in comparison to the crime. I was denied parole and he represented me to get me a new parole date which was earlier than when I was supposed to be reviewed. Not only did he help me, ...but didn't charge me a dime. I still recommend Adam to everyone I know that might need a lawyer. Not only is he outstanding in professional performance, but principled in character. Excellent choice.

Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

DONT HIRE THIS GUY! Mistake ! I wouldn’t even give him 1 star..

Hired Adam for a criminal case and he had me walking into prison with a 10 plus year sentence. I noticed the case not going my way so I hired another lawyer and got the case to probation. I spent $35,000 with him for nothing. Don’t hire this guy ! Takes your money and does nothing. Likes to walk arou...nd like he’s a great lawyer but he’s just after your money. I am reporting him to the Bar.

Adam Cortez

Replied last March 14, 2019

From: Adam Cortez To: "Man Cal" Subject: RE: Statement Date: Monday, December 12, 2016 7:25:54 PM Manny, I am asking the court to allow you to not have to appear next week. I have already gotten the prosecutor to agree but it is up to the court so for now, please plan on attending. I will let you know ASAP if/when I confirm that you do not have to appear. Do not worry about having all the information we will need for trial next week. We do NOT have to have everything done by next week. I will confer with the prosecutor based on what we know now and see how he feels about your case. I did not get any payment last week. By my records, you have paid me $8,700.00 of my $15,000.00. I have incurred and will incur substantial travel costs and I have not even been paid my fee yet. I made the flat fee agreement with you to save you some money but payment has not been made as of yet. My expenses are substantially eating into what I have been paid thus far. Please make payment this week. I am sorry about you sending the documents to the wrong address. I have exchanged so how many emails with you and your wife that I never thought you would look up my address on an old website when my address is on all those emails. However, do not worry about that issue. We will have time to get everything done for you so we can decide whether or not we go to trial. ADAM C. CORTEZ CORTEZ LAW FIRM 12758 CIMARRON PATH, SUITE 118 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78249 TELEPHONE (210) 273-2277 FACSIMILE (210) 579-1218 Try to reconcile the attached email I sent you in December 2016 with your ridiculous comments? You never paid me and we never decided how to proceed. I certainly was not going to commit to any course of action without getting paid first. You owe me and you owe the complainant in your criminal case. In fact, you got hit with a civil judgment in Dallas County Case No. DC-12-03983 in the amount of $1,188,308.88. I told you that I am very available to defend any bogus claims you care to make. I have more on you and your character but I think this is sufficient. Adam Cortez

Posted by Phoenix | May 06, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Regretful Decision

After being recommend by a colleague, I hired Adam Cortez for his services. He was not insightful on anything we discussed, very vague on the law and at times it seemed as if he was not familiar with how to fight for his client. I was the one always having to initiate any type of feedback or how to p...roceed with the case. The courtroom seemed like a social affair to him. Hopping around like the miniature easter bunny, making his presence known to the other attorneys. It was pathetic. He cost me more money and greif,than his services rendered were worth. Next time I hire an attorney, I will definitely do extensive research on their work ethic, legal knowledge and willingness to fight for their client!

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Justin Nichols

Litigation lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the opportunity to work with Adam on a case as opposing counsel. The case was of a sensitive nature, and Adam had a client with near impossible expectations. I witnessed Adam aggressively defend his client, while at all times remaining professional and courteous - an effort which furthered his client's objectives. If you're looking for someone to represent you with zeal and heart, I'd recommend Adam!"

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Education

1991

University of Texas School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

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