James Adams | Lakeland Criminal Defense Lawyer

Personal injury and workers' compensation attorney James ("Jay") M. Adams provides his clients with the knowledge, support and counsel they need to make informed decisions about their cases.

Attorney James M. Adams has always represented the injured and has never worked for the insurance companies. He provides his clients with the knowledge, support, and counsel they need to make informed decisions about their cases. Mr. Adams has an in-depth knowledge of criminal defense, personal injury, and workers' compensation law and the experience to be suitably aggressive when the situation calls for it.

Mr.  Adams handles all matters related to claims for damages when injuries have been caused by the wrongful acts of others. We are the liaison with insurers, working to minimize the risk of delay or denial. We prepare and file all necessary documentation and act on your behalf in all hearings or proceedings.

We will help you seek full and fair compensation for all your losses, including wages and income, medical expenses, and physical pain and suffering, and we will fight to get you the resources to pay for essential needs like medical supplies, a wheelchair, vehicle adaptation, handicap accessible housing and personal assistance.

Mr. Adams's focus is on client satisfaction. Every case receives equal attention, no matter how large or small, complex or simple. Mr. Adams fights hard to make sure that the individuals he represents receive what they are entitled to under the law.

Position	Organization	Location	Duration
Attorney	Pilka Adams & Reed, P.A.	Lakeland, FL	Present

School	Degree	Major	Graduation
Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, University of Memphis	J.D.	Law School	1992
University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa	Bachelors		1987

State / Court	Date
Florida	1992

• Florida Bar | Member        
  Hillsborough County Bar Association | Member        
  Pinellas County Bar Association | Member        
  Dade County Bar Association | Member
  St. Lucie County Bar Association | Member

• Over 25 years of experience practicing law.

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Verified Credentials	Date Verified
(1992) Licensed as Attorney in Florida. Verified with State Bar of Florida.	February 05, 2021

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