Norton Moore & Adams

William Adams


Retired October 30, 2023

William Adams

Lady Justice

Work in the Community

As a people-oriented attorney, Mr. Adams has been extensively involved in his community and his clients' industries. A sampling of his roles include:

  • President (1992) - Gaslamp Quarter Association
  • Directorships (Past and Present) - Gaslamp Quarter Association, Food & Beverage Association of San Diego County, California Restaurant Association (San Diego Chapter), Children's Mobilization Team, Save Our Heritage Organization, & Hostelling International (SD)
  • Public Office (1996-2000) - Centre City Redevelopment Project Area Committee (Core Area & Gaslamp Quarter Business and Property Owners Representative
     

He has also authored several amicus curiae briefs on behalf of industry interests. One of the most recent briefs he's authored resulted in a decision to limit plaintiff attorney fee recoveries in overreaching employment and civil rights litigation in a California Supreme Court appeal [Chavez v. City of Los Angeles (Jan. 14, 2010) 47 Cal.4th 970].