Addison K. Adams
Top rated Mergers & Acquisitions attorney in Villa Park, California
Adams Corporate Law, Inc.
Practice areas: Mergers & Acquisitions, Business & Corporate, Securities & Corporate Finance; view more
Licensed in California since: 1996
Education: University of San Diego School of Law
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Adams Corporate Law, Inc.
17853 Santiago BlvdSuite 107-283
Villa Park, CA 92861 Visit website
The founder of Adams Corporate Law, Inc., in Villa Park, California, Addison K. Adams is a veteran attorney with nearly three decades of experience in all aspects of business litigation, including mergers and acquisitions, contracts and agreements, corporate formations and governance, and providing guidance to startup companies, among many others.
Mr. Adams completed his undergraduate studies in 1992, graduating with his Bachelor of Science degree in finance and real estate from The University of Arizona. He went on to attend the University of San Diego School of Law and received his Juris Doctor in 1996, as well as his license to practice law in California the same year. He is admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Northern, Southern and Central Districts of California.
With a comprehensive understanding of business law, Mr. Adams has consistently provided his clients with judicious legal advocacy in order to help them grow their businesses. He is meticulous in his approach, shrewd in adapting to different situations and adept at handling unforeseen challenges that stand in the way of his clients’ goals. For his many contributions, he has been named a Top Attorney by Los Angeles Magazine, and he holds a perfect rating of “10.0” on Avvo, along with numerous positive client testimonials on the latter site.
Mr. Adams maintains close affiliations with many prominent legal organizations, including The State Bar of California, the American Bar Association and the Orange County Bar Association, as well as the Santiago Creek Greenway Alliance, the Association for Corporate Growth and the Society of Business Owners and Entrepreneurs. Furthermore, he is also a member of the Mergers & Acquisitions and Capital Formation Group (M&A3) at ProVisors.
Practice areas
Mergers & Acquisitions, Business/Corporate, Securities & Corporate FinanceFocus areas
Contracts, Securities Law
- 80% Mergers & Acquisitions
- 10% Business/Corporate
- 10% Securities & Corporate Finance
First Admitted: 1996, California
Professional Webpage: https://www.adamscorporatelaw.com/about-us/addison-k-adams/
Bar / Professional Activity
- California, 1996
- Society of Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
- Association for Corporate Growth
- Santiago Creek Greenway Alliance
- Orange County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- State Bar of California
- United States District Courts for the Central Districts of California
- United States District Courts for the Southern Districts of California
- United States District Courts for the Northern Districts of California
Videos
- In this episode of the M&A Masters Podcast, Addison Adams joins host Patrick Stroth to share his insights on Non-Compete Agreements, Bulk Sale Law, Reps & Warranties Insurance and more. He also offers predictions for the upcoming year in the California business sales market., M&A Masters Podcast with Featured Guest Addison Adams, 2023
- Welcome to a new episode of "Accelerate Your Business Growth," where we explore critical aspects of business operations and transactions, featuring insights from special guest Addison Adams, an expert in mergers and acquisitions., Accelerate Your Business Growth Podcast featuring California M&A attorney Addison Adams, 2024
- On the Measure Success Podcast, host Carl Cox engaged in an insightful discussion with California M&A expert Addison Adams, founder of Adams Corporate Law. They explored essential strategies and insights for navigating the complexities of corporate transactions., Measure Success Podcast with featured Guest Addison Adams, 2024
- In the discussion with Luis Scott, Addison Adams offers practical advice for those poised to take the helm or pass the torch. Addison's expertise is particularly valuable for owners ready to prepare their businesses for sale and for entrepreneurs eager to steer these established enterprises toward new horizons., Addison Adams Joins The Guts and Glory Show: Retiring Baby Boomers Continue to Drive Business Sales, 2024
- Don’t miss the Manufacturers’ Network Podcast with featured guest, M&A attorney and founder of Adams Corporate Law, Addison Adams, for strategic insights on navigating your next manufacturing business sale!, Manufacturers’ Network Podcast: Insider's Guide to Selling Your Manufacturing Company with Addison Adams, 2024
- This episode of "The Practice Podcast" offers invaluable insights for any business owner navigating the complexities of growth, transition, or exit strategies, The Practice Podcast: Navigating M&A Deals with Addison Adams, 2024
- M&A Attorney, Addison Adams, recently sat down with host Ric Franzi on 'The Critical Mass Business Talk Show,' Orange County, CA's longest-running business podcast, to provide actionable insights for California business owners looking for help in navigating their business toward a successful sale or expansion in the Golden State., Critical Mass Business Talk show with featured guest, M&A Attorney Addison Adams, 2024
Transactions
- Adams Corporate Law Announces Successful Sale of IT Consulting Business. Learn More >, 2024
- Adams Corporate Law Closes International Aviation Acquisition in Singapore and Malaysia. Learn More >, 2024
- Adams Corporate Law Closes Pivotal Acquisition in Southern California's Gas Distribution Sector Learn More >, 2024
Pro bono / Community Service
- Member of the Orange Santiago Creek Commission. The Santiago Creek Commission was created to pay long overdue attention to the city’s largest waterway. This commission advises the city council on issues related to the preservation or enhancement of the creek’s ecological, scenic, historical and recreational resources, excluding private property and parks., 2024
- Mergers & Acquisitions and Capital Formation Group (M&A3), ProVisors, Member
- Santiago Creek Greenway Alliance from 2012 to present. This is a nonprofit group dedicated to establishing bike paths and hiking trails, with planted greenways, along the Santiago Creek connecting five public parks along its path. Santiago Creek is located in Orange County, California. I am passionate about this project as I love to hike, bike and run outdoors and believe in making the outdoors more beautiful and accessible for everyone.
- Board member of the Santiago Canyon College Foundation from 2017 to 2021, 2021
- Orange Park Acres Trails maintenance and service from 2014 to present
Educational Background
- University of Arizona, Bachelor of Science, Major: Finance and Real Estate, 1992
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Startup company legal issues: Corporate formation and finance, American Express Entrepreneur Forum, 2003
- Strategic Business Planning for Longevity, Accelerate Your Business Growth Podcast, 2024
- Success in Deal-Making: Structuring, Due Diligence & Risk Management, Measure Success Podcast, 2024
- Retiring Baby Boomers Continue to Drive Business Sales, The Guts & Glory Podcast, 2024
- Insider's Guide to Selling Your Manufacturing Company, The Manufacturers' Network, 2024
- Navigating M&A Deals with Addison Adams, The Practice Podcast, 2024
- Guiding CA Business Owners to Successful Sales & Expansions, Critical Mass Business Talk Show, 2023
- Exploring CA Business Sales & Non-Compete Agreements, M&A Masters Podcast, 2023
- How to Protect and Structure Your Business for Growth and Investment, Catapult Your Business Show Internet Podcast, 2015
- The JOBS Act and Online Funding Portals, Provisors M&A3, 2014
- Prepare Now to Address Your Buyer’s Fears, Exit Coach Radio Internet Podcast, 2013
- Trading Restricted Shares under Rule 144, The Reverse Merger Conference, 2007
- Securities law considerations with buying, selling, issuing and trading cryptocurrency and other digital tokens, Presenter, Bitcoin and Beyond: The Current Cryptocurrency Securities Law Landscape, Orange County Bar Association, Cryptocurrency And Tokens, 2018
- Securities law considerations in cryptocurrency transactions and ICO's, Sole presenter, Crypto Landscape, Cryptocurrency And Tokens, 2018
Honors
- Recognized in the 2025 OC 500 Directory of Influence
- “10.0” on Avvo
- Top Attorney by Los Angeles Magazine
Industry Groups
- Cannabis
- Consumer Goods
- Distribution
- Entertainment
- Fintech
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Medical Device
- Professional Services
- Software
- Technology
Office location for Addison K. Adams
17853 Santiago Blvd
Suite 107-283
Villa Park, CA 92861
Phone: 844-875-0953
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2020 - 2026