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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Number Of Homeless In U.S.: Trends & Top States (2025)
Explore how many are homeless in the U.S. from 2007-2024: trends, causes, and actionable ways you can contribute to solving this issue. -
Reasons To File A Complaint Against An Attorney (2025)
The reasons to file a complaint against an attorney can range from lack of communication to incompetence. Learn why you might need this option. -
Open Container Laws: State By State (June 2025)
Out of all 50 states, 49 have passed open container laws to prohibit drinking in vehicles. Learn about the purpose of these laws and how they work. -
Running A Red Light: Stop Sign Statutes (June 2025)
Running a red light can lead to a ticket, points on your license, higher insurance rates, and serious accidents. Learn the risks and what to do. -
Traffic Laws: Purposes & Principles (June 2025)
Traffic laws are an important part of keeping our roads safe, but are they identical across states? Discover what you need to know about these laws. -
Self Driving Car Accidents Trend Chart (2025)
Discover the causes and implications of rising self driving car accidents. Explore stats, challenges, and future outlook for safer autonomous vehicles. -
How Many Nurses In The U.S.? (June 2025)
The nursing system is critical to healthcare outcomes. Learn how many nurses in the U.S. treat patients and how this number affects healthcare. -
How Many Babies Are Born In U.S. Each Year? (2025)
The U.S. is facing a potential stagnation in births as people delay having children. Learn how many babies are born in the U.S. each year. -
How Many Truck Accidents Per Year? Chart (2025)
How many truck accidents per year occur in the U.S.? Learn about truck accident statistics and the legal rights you have after a truck hits you. -
Average Payout For Roundup Lawsuit: When To Expect (2025)
Roundup lawsuit settlements range from $5,000 to $250,000 per person, with an average payout of $160,000. Find out if you qualify for compensation. -
Can You Sue Someone For Giving You An STD? (2025)
Spreading STDs is unethical — but is it illegal? Can you sue someone for giving you an STD? Here’s what you need to know if you’ve been affected. -
Time Limit To Report A Car Accident To Insurance (2025)
Learn when and how to report a car accident to your insurance to avoid risks and ensure timely claims processing.
