Atty. John W. Adkins

Atty. John W. Adkins

John W. Adkins, is a trial attorney specializing in personal injury law including auto accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, premises liability claims, dangerous or defective products, medical malpractice, and related plaintiffs’ tort litigation.

Atlanta Atlanta 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About John W. Adkins at a glance

John W. Adkins is a Managing Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Johnson & Ward. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2005) and California (2005). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Kennesaw State University (B.B.A. Finance, 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Association for Justice Georgia Trial Lawyers Association Cobb County Bar Association Atlanta Bar Association. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John W. Adkins, is a trial attorney specializing in personal injury law including auto accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, premises liability claims, dangerous or defective products, medical malpractice, and related plaintiffs’ tort litigation
  • He was born in Marietta, Georgia
  • He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Kennesaw State University where he received a B. B. A. in Finance, and obtained his J. D. degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California
  • Additionally, he won various mock trial competitions in the Intensive Advocacy Program at the University of San Francisco
  • Member Personal Injury Attorney Serving Atlanta and the entire State of Georgia
  • Mr. Adkins the managing member of Johnson & Ward and holds membership in the State Bars of California and Georgia
  • He is a member of the American Bar Association, Cobb County Bar Association, Atlanta Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
  • He has served as a Barrister in the Bleckley Inns of Court, is a member of the Lawyers Club of Atlanta and is admitted to practice before the U.S
  • District Court, Northern District of Georgia, Supreme Court of Georgia, Court of Appeals of Georgia, and all Georgia Superior, State, Probate and Magistrate Courts
  • He is also a member of Kennesaw Lodge No. 33, F. & A. M., of the Kennesaw State University Alumni Association and of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity

Practice Areas Explained

John W. Adkins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John W. Adkins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

John W. Adkins is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Georgia →

Truck Accidents

John W. Adkins is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Georgia →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John W. Adkins is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John W. Adkins

Where is John W. Adkins's law office located?
John W. Adkins's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Johnson & Ward. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W. Adkins handle?
John W. Adkins focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John W. Adkins practiced law?
John W. Adkins has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did John W. Adkins go to law school?
John W. Adkins earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.B.A. Finance, 2001).
How can I contact John W. Adkins for a consultation?
You can contact John W. Adkins directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John W. Adkins received?
John W. Adkins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
- 2004
B.B.A. Finance
Kennesaw State University
- 2001

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2005
California
Admitted: 2005

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