Christian K. Adams

Christian K. Adams, founding and managing partner, is a seasoned trial attorney with a strong track record in both federal and state courts. His legal acumen is sought after by Hawaii’s leading business executives and corporate boards, whom he advises on complex litigation, insurance disputes, and real estate matters. Recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Hawaii Super Lawyers, Adams brings trusted expertise to high-stakes cases.

Adams earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Hawaii’s William S. Richardson School of Law. He was honored for academic excellence there and served as editor-in-chief of the University of Hawaii Law Review. After graduation, he clerked for the Honorable David Alan Ezra, then Chief U.S. District Judge for the District of Hawaii. His deep legal foundation includes bar admissions to Hawaii courts, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court.

Throughout his distinguished career, Adams has handled various complex civil and commercial litigation cases. His practice is especially noted for addressing intricate real estate and insurance matters. In addition to litigation, he contributes to the legal field as an adjunct professor and frequent guest lecturer at the William S. Richardson School of Law, where he instructs on appellate advocacy and legal practice.

Adams also plays a significant role in national and local legal leadership. He is a past National President of the Federal Bar Association and continues to serve on various Hawaii nonprofit and advisory boards, including the Arthritis Foundation, Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii, and Kids’ Chance of Hawaii. His commitment to both professional excellence and community service underscores his standing as a legal leader in Hawaii.

Christian K. Adams’s combination of trial experience, academic insight, and civic involvement positions him as a pillar of the legal community and a trusted advisor to Hawaii’s business elite.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding & Managing Partner, Adams Krek LLP
• Member, Federal Bar Association

Licensed State

• Hawaii

Education

• University of Hawaii, William S. Richardson School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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