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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How Accident Lawyers Can Help Your Case (2025)
Accident lawyers can help recover losses if you’ve suffered injuries in an accident. ConsumerShield shows you why you should hire one. -
What Workers’ Comp Lawyers Won’t Tell You (2025)
What is the real process for filing a workplace injury claim? Learn what workers’ comp lawyers won’t tell you in this guide to workers’ comp claims. -
A Guide to Medical Malpractice Lawsuits (2025)
If you’ve been injured because of a medical professional’s negligence, you could file a malpractice lawsuit. This article offers a look at these claims. -
How Much Will Medicaid Take From My Settlement? (2025)
If you’ve asked yourself, “How much will Medicaid take from my settlement?” the team at ConsumerShield can provide the answers. -
How long can an eviction stay on your record? (2025)
Eviction records aren't on credit reports, but unpaid rent sent to collections can harm your credit score and stay on your report for up to seven years. -
How A Social Security Disability Lawyer Can Help You (2025)
A Social Security disability lawyer uses their experience to help disabled clients claim benefits. Learn the role of an attorney in the claims process. -
How To Get The Most Money From Insurance For A Totaled Car
Want to know how to get the most money from insurance for a totaled car? Find out the steps you need to take to dispute a total loss declaration. -
How Many Lawyers In The U.S. Practice Law? (2025)
How many lawyers in the U.S. practice law? Learn the number of lawyers in the U.S. practicing law and how slow growth trends could affect clients. -
Accident Without Insurance: Who Is Responsible? (2025)
What happens in an accident without insurance? Learn who is responsible for paying any losses that result when at least one of the drivers lacks insurance. -
Back Pain After a Car Accident (2025)
Back pain after a car accident can affect your mental and physical health. Learn about the causes and effects of injuries that can cause back pain. -
Valuing Car Accident Settlements (2025)
Learn the process that insurers use and some factors they consider to determine the value of a car accident settlement.
