portrait of Michael E. AdamsMichael E. Adams 
Redwood City, California
Owner
phone (650) 599-9463
fax (650) 599-9785
email Email Me

At the Law Offices of Michael E

At the Law Offices of Michael E. Adams, my mission is to learn and understand my clients' needs and the external factors affecting them so that I can aggressively and professionally represent them throughout the legal process.  I clearly communicate my legal knowledge and experience, thereby enabling my clients to make well-informed decisions for themselves.  
 
My approach is to provide a personalized attorney-client relationship based on each client's unique concerns and requirements.  My philosophy is based on the commitment to provide experienced advice to my clients. I am dedicated to full value for every dollar invested in legal services. My clients can expect prompt personal service and uncompromising, quality legal representation delivered in a cost-effective manner.
 
At the Law Offices of Michael E. Adams, I am constantly seeking to improve my performance in order to be prepared for the challenges facing my clients. I keep pace with the latest innovations in the delivery of legal services by continually investing in training and technology. My work environment is based on diligent work effort, community involvement and a commitment to the profession.

Areas of Practice:
Administrative Law
Civil Rights
Discrimination
Employment Law -- Employee
Government Agencies & Programs
Labor Law
Litigation & Appeals
Medical Malpractice
Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
Native Peoples Law
Nursing Home
Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
Sexual Harassment
Litigation Percentage:
90% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Bar Admissions:
California, 1970
U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 1981
Education:
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law, Berkeley, California, 1966
BA BS AB
Honors: Honors program in Economics


Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley, California, 1969
JD LL.B
Honors: Moot Court Review Board; Scholastic Achievement Award


Past Employment Positions:
Partner, Carr, Yeley & Adams, 1999 - 2001


Associate, Rockhill, Schaiman & Carr, 1988 - 1999


Staff attorney, Casa Legal, 1972 - 1988


Vista attorney, Alaska Legal Services Corporation, 1969 - 1971


Pro Bono Activities:
Moot Court Judge; Stanford Law School, 1995 - Present
Languages:
Spanish

702 Marshall St., Suite 300 Redwood City, California(CA) 94063 T: 650-599-9463 F: 650-599-9785 E-mail Us