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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How Many Truck Drivers In The U.S.? Trend Chart
3.06 million US truck drivers in 2024, up from a 2.25 million low in 2010. A 25-year analysis of employment covering economic shifts and increased crash rates. -
False Imprisonment Lawyers: How Attorneys Defend You 2026
False imprisonment lawyers fight to protect their clients' civil rights and the integrity of the justice system as a whole. Learn more about these claims. -
Find the Best Birth Injury Lawyer (2026)
A birth injury lawyer can help parents of a baby injured by medical negligence obtain fair compensation to provide the best possible future for their child. -
How Does a Work Injury Lawyer Help Workers? (2026)
A work injury lawyer helps injured workers identify all their options for compensation. Learn how a lawyer helps after a work-related injury or illness. -
Workers’ Compensation Lawyer: When To Get One? (2026)
A workers’ compensation lawyer stands up to insurers to get the benefits you deserve. Learn what workers’ comp lawyers do and when you may need one. -
Average Car Insurance Cost Per Month Trends
Car insurance cost per month: The 2023 U.S. national average was $120. ConsumerShield Research team analyzes key rate factors, cost trends, and state data. -
Where Are Tinted Windows Illegal? State By State
Window tint regulations: A 2025 guide to state VLT limits, violation penalties, and medical exemptions. ConsumerShield Research team reviews the laws. -
Litigation Lawyers: Who They Are & What They Do (2026)
Litigation lawyer defined. Explore what litigation attorneys do, the types of cases they handle, and when to hire a litigator for your case. -
Crane Accident Lawyer (2026)
Learn about crane accident causes, injuries, and compensation. Discover when to file a crane accident lawsuit and how a crane accident lawyer can help. -
What Is a Class Action Lawyer? (2026)
Class action lawyers help individuals pursue lawsuits that hold large corporations and other powerful defendants accountable for wrongdoing. -
Find The Best Trip And Fall Lawyer For Your Case In 2026
A trip and fall lawyer will fight for justice on your behalf and help you seek compensation for the pain and suffering associated with your accident. -
How Many Tax Returns Are Filed Each Year?
U.S. tax filings grew to 163 million in 2024, up from 120 million in 1997. A multi-decade analysis of filing trends and what they signal about the U.S. economy.