Adam Ramirez, J.D.
Editor

Authored and Reviewed
An award-winning journalist, editor and legal strategist, Adam has resided at the intersection of legal and journalism for two decades.
After law school, Adam spent two years clerking for a U.S. District Court judge. He researched and wrote legal precedent in published opinions on behalf of the Court.
He has been an editor, columnist and journalist at the Miami Herald, The Dallas Morning News, The Oregonian, Golf Digest, Forbes, FindLaw.com and other media outlets.
He lived in Colombia and Argentina teaching legal English to attorneys and law students. He is also a Spanish-language subject matter expert.
Expertise
- Legal journalism
- Digital strategy
- Editorial leadership
Achievements
- Award-winning journalist with 20 years of legal journalism experience
- Clerked for a U.S. District Court judge for two years.
- Editor/columnist/journalist at the Miami Herald, Forbes, The Dallas Morning News, The Oregonian, Golf Digest, FindLaw.com.
Education
University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law – Juris Doctor, Criminal & Immigration Law
University of Arizona – Bachelor of Arts, Journalism & Marketing
Honors & Awards
- Two-Time Newsperson of the Year, University of Arizona, Department of Journalism
- The Freedom Forum National Journalism Award
- Ruben Salazar Memorial National Journalism Award
- Arizona Press Club Writing Awards
- National Association of Hispanic Journalist Scholarships
Professional Memberships
- National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Adam Ramirez, J.D. Content
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Permit Driving Rules: State-By-State Guide (October 2025)
Guide to graduated driver’s licensing, permit rules, supervised driving requirements, and state-by-state laws for first-time drivers. -
Car Seat Laws: State-By-State Table (October 2025)
Car seat laws in every state require children to ride in a car seat or booster. Learn about car seat requirements and how restraints protect children. -
Are Red Light Cameras Legal? State-By-State (October 2025)
Are red light cameras legal in your state? Learn which states allow them, which don’t, and what to expect if you're caught by one. -
How Much Is A Ticket For Running A Red Light? (Oct 2025)
Wondering how much a ticket is for running a red light? Learn state-by-state fines, record impact, and whether red light camera tickets are enforceable. -
Motorcycle Helmet Laws By State: U.S. Map (October 2025)
Learn about motorcycle helmet laws in all 50 U.S. states, including 3 with no laws, 17 with universal requirements, and 30 with age-based rules. -
How Many Babies Are Born In U.S. Each Year? (2025)
The U.S. is facing a potential stagnation in births as people delay having children. Learn how many babies are born in the U.S. each year. -
Roundup Lawsuit: Latest Updates & Guide (October 2025)
The pesticide’s link to cancer has led to thousands of lawsuits. -
Average Payout for Roundup Lawsuit (October 2025)
Roundup lawsuit settlements range from $5,000 to $250,000 per person, with an average payout of $160,000. Find out if you qualify for compensation. -
Hate Crimes Against Gay People: Trend Chart (2025)
Hate crimes against gays statistics show an upward trend. Learn about hate crimes against gays and the legal rights victims have against perpetrators. -
Victims of Violent Crime by Gender | Trend Chart (2025)
The U.S. has a large disparity in the number of victims of violent crime by gender. Learn some statistics about violent criminals and their victims. -
Average Personal Injury Settlements & Examples (Oct 2025)
Learn how personal injury settlements work, factors influencing amounts, real case examples, and the estimated average payout in 2025. -
Average Settlement For Car Accident Back & Neck Injury ‘25
Understand your car accident settlement potential for back and neck injuries. Explore factors affecting compensation and legal advice to value your case.