CHICAGO · FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSECHICAGO & NEW YORK
YOUR FREEDOM. YOUR FUTURE.
A serious case.A focused defense.
When the stakes are personal, your defense should be too.
Federal criminal defense with Joshua Adams.
JOSHUA B. ADAMS Federal criminal defense
FEDERAL INVESTIGATIONSWHITE COLLAR DEFENSETRIAL PREPARATIONINDIVIDUAL ATTENTION
Complex allegations.
Clear direction.
A federal investigation can change everything. The first step is understanding where you stand, and who will stand beside you.
01Federal
investigations
Grand jury subpoenas. Pre-indictment matters. The decisions that come first.
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investigations
Joshua's practice includes grand jury subpoenas and pre-indictment negotiations. Speak with the firm about your circumstances and any response deadlines.Read the full guide ↗
02White collar
& fraud
Financial allegations, health care fraud, and document-intensive cases.
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& fraud
The firm handles financial crime allegations, including health care and mortgage fraud. A consultation can identify the issues that need individual review.Read the full guide ↗
03Federal drug
offenses
Drug charges and conspiracy allegations that demand focused preparation.
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offenses
Federal drug matters are a focus of Joshua's practice. Speak with the firm about the allegations, the stage of the case, and available representation.Read the full guide ↗
04Weapons
offenses
Representation for people facing state and federal firearm allegations.
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offenses
Joshua's background includes federal and Illinois state gun cases. Contact the firm to discuss whether your matter falls within its practice.Read the full guide ↗
05RICO &
conspiracy
Racketeering charges and complex allegations involving multiple defendants.
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conspiracy
Joshua's published biography includes racketeering defense. Contact the firm for a case-specific conversation about representation.Read the full guide ↗
06Sentencing
& appeals
Careful attention to the next stage of a federal criminal case.
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& appeals
Contact the firm to discuss sentencing or appellate representation, applicable deadlines, and availability in the court involved.Read the full guide ↗
The law is complex.
The commitment
is personal.
Joshua B. Adams
FOUNDER · ADAMS DEFENSE LAW
A defense built around the person.
Not just the charge.
Joshua Adams is a Chicago-based criminal defense attorney whose practice includes federal drug and gun charges, fraud, and racketeering matters.
He earned his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School in 2004 and served as a judicial law clerk to an Article III judge in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
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Federal court background
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Pre-indictment representation
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Direct, individual attention
Chicago roots.
A broader horizon.
An established Chicago practice.
A New York office in the Financial District.
The same personal focus.
New York office: Financial District, Lower Manhattan. The New York phone line is answered by an AI intake assistant.
A clearer
next step.
You don't need all the answers
to start a conversation.
Can I contact the firm before charges are filed?
Yes. The firm's practice includes pre-indictment matters and grand jury subpoenas. You can contact the office to discuss representation.
Can I call on behalf of a family member?
Yes. Let the firm know you are calling for someone else and provide a safe way to reach you. Joshua can explain the appropriate next steps.
What should I share in my first message?
Keep the initial message brief: your name, contact information, and a request to speak. Avoid sending sensitive case details or documents until the firm provides instructions.
Is New York representation available?
Yes. Contact our New York office at 30 Wall Street, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10005. Call 929.202.9533 to reach the New York AI intake assistant and request a conversation with Joshua.
LET'S TALK ABOUT YOUR DEFENSE
Your future deserves
your next move.
Contact Adams Defense Law for an initial conversation.
Please do not send confidential information before the firm confirms representation.
Contacting the firm does not establish an attorney-client relationship.