Atty. Tom Darrell Adams

Atty. Tom Darrell Adams

Tom Darrell Adams is a lawyer practicing business law, probate, personal injury and 4 other areas of law. Tom received a B.S. degree from Greenville College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Columbia Columbia 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Tom Darrell Adams at a glance

Tom Darrell Adams is a probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and business attorney based in Columbia, Illinois. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1968) and Illinois (1971). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1968) and Greenville College (B.S. Business, 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Columbia, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Tom Darrell Adams is a lawyer practicing business law, probate, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
  • Tom received a B.S. degree from Greenville College in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Tom practices in Columbia, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Tom Darrell Adams's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Tom Darrell Adams is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Tom Darrell Adams is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Tom Darrell Adams is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Tom Darrell Adams is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Tom Darrell Adams is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

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 Columbia 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 Tom Darrell Adams

Where is Tom Darrell Adams's law office located?
Tom Darrell Adams's law practice is located in Columbia, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tom Darrell Adams handle?
Tom Darrell Adams focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Tom Darrell Adams practiced law?
Tom Darrell Adams has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Tom Darrell Adams go to law school?
Tom Darrell Adams earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S. Business, 1965).
How can I contact Tom Darrell Adams for a consultation?
You can contact Tom Darrell Adams 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 Tom Darrell Adams received?
Tom Darrell Adams's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1968
B.S. Business
Greenville College
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1968
Illinois
Admitted: 1971

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