Co-Founder and Managing Shareholder of Gunster's Jacksonville Office, William E. Adams, Appointed to the DIA Board
May 27, 2020
JACKSONVILLE, FL (May 27, 2020) – William E. Adams was recently appointed to the Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) Board – a nine-member group appointed by the mayor and City Council – filling a seat formerly held by Michael M. “Marc” Padgett. Adams was appointed by Mayor Lenny Curry on March 10, 2020, initiating his first term ending June 30, 2022. DIA Board Chair Craig Gibbs looks forward to working alongside Mr. Adams.
“As a trial lawyer and mediator, Mr. Adams is, by virtue of his extensive education and experience, keenly aware of the many dynamics that go into solving problems. We trust that he will bring those same problem-solving abilities to our board. His abilities, legal and otherwise, should help the board to arrive at a fair, equitable and favorable bright future for all the citizens of downtown Jacksonville and accordingly, our surrounding communities. We all look forward to working with him for the betterment, growth, and improvement of our downtown, and we heartily welcome his service to our city’s Downtown Investment Authority.”
Mr. Adams is a co-founder and managing shareholder of Gunster’s Jacksonville office responsible for Gunster’s strategic growth in Northeast Florida. Mr. Adams is a trial lawyer who is dedicated to resolving complex commercial disputes across the country, covering a wide range of disputes affecting businesses. While each conflict has its unique aspects, Mr. Adams is focused on the efficient resolution of every matter in which he is involved. He works with his clients to define their business objectives and is committed to devising strategies that achieve the desired result. Mr. Adams is also a certified e-discovery specialist and leads Gunster’s eDiscovery practice.
Mr. Adams has been regularly recognized by Florida Super Lawyers (2012-18) and Florida Trend’s Legal Elite (2008-12, 2015, 2018). He received his undergraduate and J.D. from Southern Methodist University, where he graduated magna cum laude. Mr. Adams resides within Duval County, and in his spare time, Mr. Adams owns and operates First Coast CrossFit. Mr. Adams is actively engaged in leadership and community service efforts in Jacksonville. As a 2014 alumnus of Leadership Jacksonville, current board member of Downtown Vision, Inc., and curreninvolvement with the Leadership Council of the Delores Barr Weaver Police Center, Bill is committed to building a strong future for the Jacksonville community. His desire to elevate Jacksonville coupled with his dedication to revitalizing Downtown makes Mr. Adams an asset to the DIA Board and Downtown community at large.
“I am honored to have the opportunity to serve on the DIA Board and look forward to working with the other members of the board to continue improving downtown Jacksonville.”