Ranked Number One White Collar Criminal Firm in Phoenix*
"Adams & Associates saved me and my business from severe consequences."
M.T.
"I was facing the overwhelming wrath of the federal government. The only one who stood before me to shield me was Ashley Adams."
A.C.
"Adams & Associates exceeded my expectations and saved me from conviction."
J.A.
"They are the only attorney I trust. "
J.Y.
"Ashley helped me with a legal issue and I was surprised how quickly it was resolved!!"
M.M.
"She went to bat for my son, truly. She stuck up for him, defended him like he was her family member."
A.K.
"You’ve been an excellent attorney. I couldn’t have asked for a better one."
S.C.
"I don’t think it would be overstating to say that you saved my practice and our business."
P.S.
"Adams & Associates is the best criminal defense team in the state."
L.K.
"We appreciate and love you!"
G.P. and S.P.
"I’m grateful that you were able to help him out and keep it off of his record. "
A.N.
"She was always responsive to my questions as I sought to understand the next step in the process."
H.R.
"We were very impressed with the quality of service you offered us."
K.S.
*Source: Ranking Arizona -The Best of Arizona Business
Our law firm provides premier legal services in white-collar and traditional criminal defense. With a seasoned team, we represent individuals and corporations against allegations ranging from financial fraud to conventional offenses, ensuring a robust defense and the preservation of our clients' rights throughout the judicial process.
Founder and principal of Adams & Associates, PLC, Ashley D. Adams is a former prosecutor with the United States Attorney’s Office with over 30 years experience. Ms. Adams specializes in white collar criminal defense cases, representing corporate and individual clients in federal and state criminal trials, investigations, health care qui tam cases, and regulatory and administrative matters.
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January 7th, 2026
Arizona’s Family (3TV / CBS 5) recently interviewed Ashley Adams to provide legal context on the Pentagon’s censure of U.S. Senator Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, following a video message encouraging service members to uphold the Constitution and refuse unlawful orders. In the segment, Ashley explains the legal framework behind what qualifies as an unlawful order—and why referencing that standard is not the same…
October 16th, 2025
At Adams & Associates, PLC, we are committed to providing aggressive, strategic defense for our clients facing criminal charges and professional licensing matters. We are proud to share some of our recent successes, which demonstrate our dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes in even the most challenging cases. Appellate Victory Jurisdiction Accepted for Petition for Special Action — The Court of Appeals, Division II,…
October 16th, 2025
By Ashley Adams In Kousisis v. United States, 605 U.S. —- 145 S.Ct. 1382, (decided May 22, 2025), the U.S. Supreme Court held that defendants may be criminally liable under the federal wire fraud statute even if they did not intend to cause — and did not in fact cause — economic harm to the victim. Writing for the majority, Justice Amy Coney Barrett confirmed…
Adams & Associates, PLC, is an Arizona-based firm specializing in criminal defense, including white-collar, fraud, and government investigations, with a proven success record.