About Christine Marie
Christine Marie Adams is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in California in 1999, holding. She is the founder and managing attorney at Adams Employment Law, a firm specializing in employment law matters. The firm's offices are located in Santa Barbara and San Diego, California, serving clients throughout the state.
Ms. Adams earned her Juris Doctor degree from McGeorge School of Law at the University of the Pacific in 1998. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1995. During her time at McGeorge, she was recognized with distinction for her academic achievements.
Her practice areas encompass employment law, civil rights, arbitration and mediation, and consumer law. She represents clients in cases involving employment discrimination, wrongful termination, wage disputes, sexual harassment, and whistleblower claims. Her work includes all stages of litigation, from initial case evaluation and discovery to settlement negotiations and trial proceedings in both state and federal courts.
With over 27 years of experience, Ms. Adams has handled cases in various courts, including the Superior Court of California for the County of Santa Barbara, the Superior Court of California for the County of San Diego, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. She has also appeared before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Before founding her own firm, she worked as an associate attorney at Hatch and Parent in Santa Barbara, focusing on litigation and employment law.
Ms. Adams is an active member of the California State Bar and has been recognized for her contributions to the legal community. She has served on the board of directors for several non-profit organizations and is involved in community outreach programs. Ms. Adams is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling her to effectively serve a diverse clientele.
