Amanda T. Adams

Amanda T. Adams is an Attorney at Law who represents clients across several practice areas, including criminal defense, business law, estate planning, employment law, foreclosure defense, SSDI/SSI, family law, and DUI / OWI law. She brings broad legal knowledge to matters that require careful guidance and practical support.

Amanda earned her J.D. from Northern Illinois University College of Law in DeKalb, Illinois, in 2007, graduating cum laude. She also earned a B.S. (Bachelor of Science) from Northwestern University in 1998, with a major in Journalism. Her education supports her clear writing, advocacy, and client communication skills in practice.

Amanda is admitted to practice in Iowa and Illinois. She is also admitted to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Iowa, Southern District of Iowa, Northern District of Illinois, and Northern District of Illinois Trial Bar. These admissions support her litigation and client representation work across courts.

Amanda handles criminal defense and DUI / OWI matters for clients facing serious legal concerns. Her practice also includes foreclosure defense, SSDI/SSI, and family law. She helps clients understand their options, prepare for next steps, and address legal issues with steady guidance and practical support throughout the legal process effectively.

Amanda also advises on business, estate planning, and employment law matters. Her work supports clients who need help with planning, workplace issues, company concerns, or legal decisions that may affect their future. She uses practical judgment to help clients make clear, informed choices each time.

Amanda T. Adams is active in professional associations, including the Polk County Bar Association, Polk County Women Attorneys, Iowa Organization of Women Attorneys, Iowa State Bar Association, and American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys. Her practice reflects broad experience, professional involvement, and a focus on dependable legal support for clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney/Owner, Law Offices of Amanda T. Adams PLLC
• Member, Polk County Bar Association
• Member, Polk County Women Attorneys
• Member, Iowa Organization of Women Attorneys
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Licensed State

• Iowa
• Illinois

Education

• Northern Illinois University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) Honors: Cum Laude
• Northwestern University
  BS in Major: Journalism

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