UTAH CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
FORMER PROSECUTOR & LAW PROFESSOR
MEET ATTORNEY Andrew McAdams
Andrew McAdams is a Utah criminal defense attorney based in Bountiful and the founder of McAdams Law PLLC. For more than two decades, he has worked within the criminal justice system representing individuals in criminal courts throughout Utah.
During his career, Andrew has defended clients facing thousands of criminal charges ranging from misdemeanor offenses to serious felony allegations. His practice includes cases involving DUI charges, domestic violence accusations, assault offenses, drug crimes, theft and property crimes, sex crime allegations, and other complex criminal matters.
This extensive courtroom experience gives Andrew a practical understanding of how criminal cases are investigated, how prosecutors evaluate evidence, and how the government attempts to prove criminal charges in court.
Clients who work with Andrew McAdams receive strategic criminal defense representation built on careful preparation, detailed analysis of the evidence, and a strong commitment to protecting their rights, their freedom, and their future.
Former Felony Prosecutor With Insight Into How Criminal Cases Are Built
Before dedicating his practice to criminal defense, Andrew McAdams served as a felony prosecutor. In that role, he handled serious criminal prosecutions and worked closely with law enforcement officers and investigators to build cases and prepare them for trial.
This experience provides Andrew with valuable insight into how criminal cases are developed from the government’s perspective. He understands how prosecutors evaluate evidence, how charging decisions are made, and how cases are ultimately presented to judges and juries.
Today, Andrew uses that knowledge to anticipate the prosecution’s strategy and identify weaknesses in the government’s case. His background as a prosecutor allows him to develop thoughtful and strategic defenses designed to challenge the prosecution’s evidence and protect his clients’ freedom.
Every case is prepared with the understanding that it may ultimately need to be presented to a jury. When necessary, Andrew does not hesitate to challenge the prosecution and take a case to trial in order to defend his clients’ rights and their future.
Criminal Law Professor and Strategic Defense Advocate
In addition to his courtroom practice, Andrew McAdams has spent years teaching criminal law and criminal justice at both the law school and college levels.
Teaching criminal law requires a deep understanding of legal doctrine, constitutional protections, and the complex procedures that govern criminal prosecutions. This experience has strengthened Andrew’s ability to analyze challenging legal issues and develop thoughtful and effective defense strategies.
Because he has worked as both a practicing attorney and a legal educator, Andrew approaches every case with careful preparation and detailed legal analysis. Clients benefit from a defense strategy built on courtroom experience, legal scholarship, and a clear understanding of how criminal law operates in real courtrooms.
Being accused of a crime can create significant stress and uncertainty about what the future may hold. Andrew works closely with every client to ensure they understand the charges they face, the legal process ahead, and the options available for defending their case.
At McAdams Law PLLC, every case receives individualized attention, careful preparation, and strong advocacy focused on protecting each client’s rights, freedom, and future.
Criminal Defense Representation Across Northern Utah
McAdams Law PLLC represents individuals facing criminal charges throughout Northern Utah. The firm regularly appears in district courts, justice courts, and municipal courts across multiple jurisdictions.
Located in Bountiful, Utah, Andrew McAdams represents clients throughout:
Salt Lake County
Davis County
Weber County
Summit County
Utah County
Tooele County
Clients come to McAdams Law from communities across Northern Utah including:
Bountiful
Farmington
Layton
Kaysville
Clearfield
Ogden
Salt Lake City
Park City
Provo
Orem
Lehi
American Fork
Tooele
Whether a case involves DUI charges, drug offenses, assault allegations, domestic violence accusations, theft crimes, or sex crime allegations, McAdams Law PLLC provides experienced criminal defense representation throughout Northern Utah.
If you are facing criminal charges in Utah, early legal representation can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.
Speak With Andrew About Your Case
Andrew McAdams provides experienced guidance at every stage of the criminal process, from investigations and pre filing negotiations to trial preparation and courtroom advocacy.
Contact McAdams Law PLLC today to schedule a confidential consultation and begin building your defense strategy. Call (801) 449-1247
Academic Achievements &
Professional Experience
EXPERIENCE & AFFILIATIONS
Member, Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Salt Lake City, UT.
Felony Prosecutor, Maricopa County Attorney's Office, Phoenix, AZ.
Felony Prosecutor, Cache County Attorney's Office, Logan, UT.
Full-time Faculty, Charlotte School of Law, Charlotte, NC.
Intern, Supreme Court of the United States of America, Washington, DC.
Law Clerk (White-Collar Defense), Arkin Kaplan LLC, New York, NY.
Criminal Defense Student Attorney, Ohio State Criminal Defense Clinic, Columbus, OH.
Adjunct Professorships: Glendale Community College; University of Phoenix; Ashford University; University of the Rockies; American Intercontinental University.
BAR ADMISSIONS
Arizona, 2006
Utah, 2008
North Carolina, 2014
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science - University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT.
Juris Doctorate - The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH.
ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONS
National Moot Court.
Mock Trial Team.
Best Brief Winner, National Moot Court Regional Competition.
Award for Best in Trial Practice Class.
First Runner-Up, Ohio State Mock Trial Competition.
Conference Presenter, New England Consortium of Legal Writing Teachers hosted by the Suffolk University School of Law, Boston, MA.
