Christine Marie Adams

PRO

Christine Marie Adams

also known as Adams Employment Law

4.8
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 27 years

Sexual harassment Lawyer at Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas: Sexual Harassment, Wrongful Termination, Employment & Labor, Discrimination

351 Paseo Nuevo, Fl. 2, Santa Barbara, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Christine

Biography

Protecting Employee Rights For Over Two Decades - Contact Us Today

Employment Issues are Complex - Let Us Help!

We aggressively pursue your claims and will treat you with the respect and dignity you deserve.

We have the experience you need to fight a wrongful termination.

Let Us Fight for Your Right to Fairness in the Workplace!

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Discrimination 25%

The founder of Adams Law passionately pursues the vindication of the rights of employees to be free from discrimination at work. There is perhaps nothing as shameful to her as an employer who fails to protect the rights of its employees.

27 years

25%
Employment and Labor 25%

Have you not been paid overtime or provided lunch/rest breaks? Have you stood up to your employer and refused to engage in unlawful or unethical behavior? Were you subjected to conduct in the workplace you felt was offensive and complained? Did you suffer negative consequences after complaining? Your rights may have been violated.

27 years

25%
Sexual Harassment 25%

Sexual harassment is not only against the law, it can be debilitating. We understand that a person who feels that they have been sexually harassed at work needs and deserves a comfortable, private atmosphere to discuss their experience. You can be assured that Adams Law takes sexual harassment claims very seriously and we give you our word that we will handle your telephone call or conference with the respect and dignity it deserves.

27 years

25%
Wrongful Termination 25%

There are four situations that give rise to most wrongful termination claims: (1) where termination is prohibited by a statute or the constitution, (2) where the employer fires the employee for exercising a constitutional or statutory right, (3) where the employer fires the employee for the employee’s refusal to violate a law where a fundamental public policy is involved, and (4) as retaliation for “whistleblowing” (for example, where the employee reports illegal or unsafe activities).

27 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

35%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2019 2018
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+ 5

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 5 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2020

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Adams Law Firm

351 Paseo Nuevo, Fl. 2, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

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Adams Law Firm

600 West Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA, 92101

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Adams Law Firm

350 E Street, 1st Floor, Eureka, CA, 95501

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Online Presence

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Christine Marie Adams's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

73 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 22 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Great Employment Lawyer

I am a female executive who worked for a company for 18 years and experienced gender and sexual harassment over a lengthy period of time. In light of the #metoo movement, I became increasingly aware of the hostile environment I was subjected to and decided to seek legal advice. My friend who is an A...ttorney for the city in which I reside recommended I contact Christine Adams. Christine was extremely quick to respond, and I could tell right away that she had my best interest in mind. She immediately made me feel comfortable and explained things in great detail when I was unsure of what my options were and how I should proceed. I was very impressed with her legal team and how well they handled my case. I would highly recommend!

Posted by anonymous | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Efficient, effective, and immeasurably value legal counsel

Ms. Adams provided outstanding service and exceptionally astute legal counsel in my wrongful termination case. Ms. Adams and her team were consistently responsive, diligent, proactive, informed, validating, and candid in every interaction I had with them, and took extensive measures to ensure that my... awareness and comfort level with all decisions and options involved in my case were understood and acceptable to me. Ms. Adams was exceptionally forthcoming and communicative with me throughout the legal process, and struck a balance between being cuttingly logical and fiercely aggressive in all of her efforts on my behalf. I cannot imagine having gone through this emotionally, financially, and cognitively-demanding legal endeavor without her, and I could not have found a more professional, competent, and assertive ally in this process.

Posted by Linda | February 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Wrongful Termination

I highly recommend Ms. Adams She has a amazing staff that is very supportive . I'm very fortunate to have Christine represent me in my case. She kept me informed how my case was going & fought real hard. Thank you so much!! I won't forget your help.

Posted by KS | March 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Experience with this attorney

I found Christine on AVVO and was so pleased I chose her to represent me in my case. Our case was settled out of court and without a lot of "drama". She was always easy to talk to and responded to my inquiries promptly. I found her to be very knowledgeable, current and ready to fight for me when... I needed her to.

Posted by Terri | May 05, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Amazingly Surprised!!!! :)

I called the office of Adams Law to see if I had any type of case. Spoke to the receptionist and a few hours later got a call from Christine. She was very knowledgeable about what she needed from me. I wrote up the best statement possible. This was the first time I had ever needed any person to help ...me out. Christine kept me informed In the beginning for about the first 6 months or so. I wasn't even sure on what was going on in the whole picture that I actually forgot about the whole case and thought that I hadn't even a case any longer. About 1 and 1/2 years went by and I got a phone call from the Christine however wasn't able to answer it. She left me an email as well and needed to talk to me. We were to have a conference call but she then sent me another email to answer a few more questions. I did and then about 2 weeks later I got a call and later that afternoon I got another email that we had settle my law suite and I would be receiving a check in about 30 days after signing my settlement agreement from the courts. I didn't have to go to court, didn't have to change my schedule and in the end I see why she hadn't contacted me she was working hard to get me what she wanted. I put down that she didn't keep me informed but all in all I want people to read why I put that. If you just forget about it and let Christine (Adams Law) take over for you then she will get in touch with you when she needs to....She got me the most I could of ever asked for. The best thing always comes to those who wait. Just give her time and she will get what you have coming to you. Great people Adams Law

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Christine Marie Adams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Jett

Employment and labor lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Christine and I were opposing counsel on a case many years ago which we were able to resolve amicably. Since then, we have kept in touch and given each other advice and counsel on our respective cases. I respect her abilities as a lawyer and appreciate receiving her valuable feedback as a colleague. I would recommend her for all labor and employment law work."

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David Hiden

Employment and labor lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christine is very helpful in her answers and is an excellent attorney. I have no hesitations in referring her clients."

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John Sprague

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Christine because of her reputation in the community and for the work she has done for clients of mine outside of my area of expertise."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Richard Kern

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She handled a difficult wrongful termination case against my client. She was aggressive, intelligent and professional. I would recommend her to any client who wants an attorney who understands the law and will fight for them. Most importantly she is ethical and honest."

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Daniel Jett

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John Sprague

Workers compensation lawyer

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Gloria Allred

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

2011

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

2010

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney, Employment Law

Associations

2012 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Present

California Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - Present

Santa Barbara County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Santa Barbara Women Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - Present

San Luis Obispo County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Client vs Insurance Marketing Agency

Resolved

Client vs Telecommunications Company

Resolved

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Education

1998

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2006

County Bar Sponsored Event

Know Your Legal Rights at Work

Publications

1998

McGeorge Law Review Managing Editor

1997

McGeorge Law Review Managing Editor

Languages

English

Activity

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