Atty. David Charles Adams

Atty. David Charles Adams

Mr. David Charles Adams is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate practice, matrimonial law.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About David Charles Adams at a glance

David Charles Adams is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Grund and Leavitt, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on family law, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1998). Educated at University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (J.D., 1991) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (B.A., 1987). Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations Appellate Lawyers Association. Provides legal services in Spanish Portuguese. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. David Charles Adams is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate practice, matrimonial law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • David practices at Grund and Leavitt, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Charles Adams's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Charles Adams handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Charles Adams

Where is David Charles Adams's law office located?
David Charles Adams's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Grund and Leavitt, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Charles Adams handle?
David Charles Adams focuses on family law, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Charles Adams practiced law?
David Charles Adams has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
What languages does David Charles Adams speak?
David Charles Adams provides legal services in Spanish Portuguese. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did David Charles Adams go to law school?
David Charles Adams earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact David Charles Adams for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- 1991
B.A.
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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