Utah Criminal Defense Attorney

Former Prosecutor. Strategic Defense for High-Stakes Criminal Cases.

Former Prosecutor Defending Serious Criminal Charges In Northern Utah

If you are under investigation or facing criminal charges, the decisions you make right now can affect your future for years to come. Early action, the right strategy, and experienced legal guidance matter.

Call (801) 449-1247 to speak directly with an attorney or schedule your confidential consultation.

WHAT YOU DO NEXT MATTERS

If you are under investigation or facing criminal charges, the situation can move quickly and the consequences can be serious. What you do early in a case can affect how it is charged, how it is defended, and how it is ultimately resolved.

Taking the right steps at the beginning can help protect your rights, preserve important evidence, and prevent avoidable mistakes that may be difficult to undo later.

You do not have to navigate this process alone. A clear understanding of what is happening and a strategic plan moving forward can make a meaningful difference in the outcome of your case.

Working with an attorney who understands how criminal cases are built can make a critical difference.

MEET ANDREW MCADAMS

Former Felony Prosecutor | 20+ Years of Experience | Thousands of Cases Handled

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 inside the criminal justice system, representing individuals facing a wide range of criminal charges.

As a former prosecutor, Andrew understands how cases are built, how evidence is evaluated, and where weaknesses can be identified. He has handled thousands of criminal cases as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, giving him a practical understanding of how the State approaches cases and how to challenge them effectively.

Most defense attorneys have never prosecuted a case. That experience matters when your future is on the line.

He approaches every case with careful preparation, direct communication, and a strategy designed to protect your rights and position you for the best possible outcome.

YOU NEED CLEAR ANSWERS AND A STRATEGIC PLAN

Facing criminal charges creates uncertainty about what comes next. What happens early in a case can shape everything that follows.

Andrew works directly with each client to explain the charges, outline the legal process, and develop a strategy tailored to the specific facts of the case. You will understand where your case stands, what options are available, and how each decision may affect the outcome.

Every case receives individualized attention, careful analysis, and strong advocacy at every stage.

CRIMINAL DEFENSE REPRESENTATION IN NORTHERN UTAH

McAdams Law PLLC represents individuals facing criminal charges throughout Northern Utah and regularly appears in district courts, justice courts, and municipal courts across multiple jurisdictions.

Based in Bountiful, the firm provides strategic criminal defense representation across Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, Utah, Summit, and Tooele counties, including Salt Lake City, Ogden, Layton, Farmington, Provo, and Park City.

Early involvement allows for better preparation, stronger positioning, and more effective defense.

TYPES OF CRIMINAL CASES HANDLED

Andrew McAdams represents clients facing a wide range of criminal charges, including:

  • DUI and alcohol-related offenses

  • Drug possession and distribution charges

  • Domestic violence allegations

  • Theft, fraud, and financial crimes

  • Violent offenses, including assault and aggravated charges

  • Sex crimes and internet-based investigations

Each case is approached with a focus on identifying weaknesses in the State’s evidence, protecting your rights, and developing a strategy designed to achieve the best possible result.

WHAT EARLY LEGAL REPRESENTATION CAN DO

Early involvement in a case can significantly affect how it develops and how it is resolved.

Working with a criminal defense attorney early allows you to protect your rights during an investigation, avoid statements that can be used against you, identify weaknesses in the State’s case, preserve favorable evidence, and begin building a defense strategy before charges are finalized.

In many cases, decisions made before formal charges are filed can have a lasting impact on the outcome.

SPEAK DIRECTLY WITH AN ATTORNEY ABOUT YOUR CASE

If you are facing criminal charges or believe you may be under investigation, early legal guidance can make a meaningful difference in how your case is handled.

Andrew McAdams provides representation at every stage of the criminal process, from investigations and pre-filing negotiations to trial preparation and courtroom advocacy.

Call (801) 449-1247 to speak directly with an attorney or schedule your confidential consultation and start protecting your future today.

Experience & Credentials

EXPERIENCE THAT MATTERS IN CRIMINAL DEFENSE

Andrew McAdams brings experience from both sides of the courtroom, including prosecution, defense, and legal education. Having handled thousands of criminal cases, he understands how cases are evaluated, negotiated, and tried.

His experience includes work with:

  • Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

  • Maricopa County Attorney’s Office

  • Cache County Attorney’s Office

  • Charlotte School of Law faculty

Bar Admissions

  • Utah, 2008

  • Arizona, 2006

  • North Carolina, 2014

Education

  • University of Utah, B.S.

  • The Ohio State University, J.D.

Academic Distinctions

  • National Moot Court Best Brief (Regional)

  • Best in Trial Practice (Ohio State)