Adam Ramirez, J.D.
Editor
Authored and Reviewed
An award-winning journalist and editor, 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.
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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Personal Injury Accident Compensation: How to Claim (2026)
Learn when and how to seek accident compensation after sustaining an injury in an incident caused by another person’s actions. -
Get Matched With A Wrongful Death Lawyer (2026)
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Can You Do Traffic School For A Speeding Ticket? (2026)
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Getting Pulled Over: How To Handle A Police Stop (2026)
Wondering what you should do when getting pulled over by police? Find out how to protect your rights and when to seek legal help for traffic stops. -
What Are Economic Damages And What Do They Cover? (2026)
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Nominal Damages: Meaning and Purpose (2026)
Nominal damages are about more than money. Here’s what you need to know about nominal damages and why you might seek them in court. -
Leaving The Scene Of An Accident: State Laws (2026)
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Child Restraint Violation: Penalties & Enforcement (2026)
Staying compliant with child passenger safety laws is vital. Learn what a child restraint violation is and what penalties you may face for one in 2026.
