Experience and Expertise
Twenty years ago, I moved home to Arkansas with a simple goal: to practice law in a way that leaves our state better than I found it. As a 5th-generation Arkansan who grew up loving our state, I've spent my career fighting for the people who make Arkansas home.
My wife Skye is a social worker at Arkansas Childrens Hospital. She and I have been married for 20 years and are proud parents. We understand the challenges Arkansas families face because we live them every day.
I've represented law enforcement, individuals, small businesses, libraries, and municipalities. I understand how real families and communities meet our legal system, and I know firsthand how court decisions impact everyday life.
"Conservatism, at its core, is about conserving what works. The rule of law works. Judicial independence works. Constitutional limits on power work. When courts respect those principles, liberty endures."
-John Adams
Why John Adams?
My Experience Includes:
Assistant Attorney General working on criminal appeals for the State
General Counsel for Bear State, an Arkansas community bank
Business lawyer focusing on deals and disputes
Private practice attorney for Arkansans of all walks of life
Appellate lawyer recognized as among the best in the state
Pro bono service getting access to justice regardless of means
Teaching constitutional and business law at Bowen Law School
Why I’m Running:
To bring real-world legal experience to our highest court
To defend stable rule of law for individuals and small businesses
To make our justice system fairer and more accessible
To be an independent voice holding government power to account
A Record of Service
Fighting for the Powerless
Argued before the Arkansas Supreme Court in Mahoney v. Derrick challenging a judge who jailed people for unpaid fines without assessing their ability to pay—turning district courts into modern debtors' prisons.
Constitutional Law Expert
Served in the Arkansas Attorney General's criminal division handling constitutional appeals. Taught Arkansas Constitutional Law at the law school. Successfully litigated to protect our right to read and ensure library access.
Business & Banking Law
Extensive experience in commercial transactions, banking regulation, and business disputes. John understands the economic impacts of court decisions and vigilant to the risks of government overreach.
Real World Experience
20 years of experience representing law enforcement, small businesses, municipalities and individuals from every walk of life in Arkansas. From commercial litigation to complex civil rights to business deals, lawsuits and appeals, John understands how the law impacts real people.
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