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 long can an eviction stay on your record? (Feb 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. -
Accident Without Insurance: Who Is Responsible? (Feb 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 (February 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 (February 2025)
Learn the process that insurers use and some factors they consider to determine the value of a car accident settlement. -
Who Gets The Insurance Check When A Car Is Totaled? (2025)
Wondering who gets the insurance check when a car is totaled in a crash? Learn how this process works after you’ve been in an accident. -
Using a Wrongful Death Lawsuit to Achieve Justice (Feb 2025)
A wrongful death lawsuit allows a deceased victim’s family to seek justice. Learn about wrongful death lawsuits and the compensation you can recover. -
Medical Malpractice Injury (February 2025)
Know your rights, the claim process and how to secure fair compensation. -
GOLO Lawsuit Update: Deceptive Marketing (February 2025)
Explore the GOLO class action lawsuit, its allegations, legal issues, current status, and implications for future litigation in this comprehensive update. -
How Many Truck Drivers In The U.S.? Trend Chart (2025)
How many truck drivers in the U.S. are employed? Learn trucking industry statistics, including occupational and truck crash numbers. -
Settle a Car Accident Claim Without a Lawyer (February 2025)
Learn how to negotiate a car accident settlement without a lawyer, including estimating damages and identifying at-fault parties.
