Atty. Steven Todd Adams

Atty. Steven Todd Adams

As the founding partner of Adams | Howell, Todd currently serves as both the Managing Partner of the firm and head the Commercial Real Estate Department. In addition to his leadership duties, he concentrates his practice in commercial real estate acquisition, leasing, disposition, title certification and title defect resolution.

Raleigh Raleigh 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Todd Adams at a glance

Steven Todd Adams is a Managing Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Adams, Howell, Sizemore & Adams, P.A.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1998). Educated at Norman A. Wiggins School of Law (J.D., 1998) and North Carolina State University (B.A., 1995). Active member of North Carolina Bar International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) North Carolina Bar Association: Real Property Section. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • As the founding partner of Adams | Howell, Todd currently serves as both the Managing Partner of the firm and head the Commercial Real Estate Department
  • In addition to his leadership duties, he concentrates his practice in commercial real estate acquisition, leasing, disposition, title certification and title defect resolution
  • Todd actively represents a Fortune 250 company in all real estate matters related to the operation and development of their nationwide retail sites, a nationwide fuel distributor in its acquisition of companies and associated real estate matters, a national developer in its development of senior living centers and high-end residential subdivisions in the Southeast, and multiple national title companies, regional law firms and local title agencies in providing commercial title certifications and accompanying title defect resolution for real property located throughout North Carolina
  • Outside of the demanding schedule of Adams | Howell, Todd enjoys time with his wife, Whitney, and the good times associated with raising their 4 very young daughters
  • Todd is a member of Colonial Baptist Church in Cary, NC where he serves as an usher

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Todd Adams's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven Todd Adams

Where is Steven Todd Adams's law office located?
Steven Todd Adams's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Adams, Howell, Sizemore & Adams, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Todd Adams handle?
Steven Todd Adams focuses on business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Steven Todd Adams practiced law?
Steven Todd Adams has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Steven Todd Adams go to law school?
Steven Todd Adams earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Steven Todd Adams for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Norman A. Wiggins School of Law
- 1998
B.A.
North Carolina State University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1998

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