Going through a divorce in Wichita, Kansas can be a challenging and emotional experience. It’s not uncommon to feel uncertain or overwhelmed as your case progresses. Having supportive legal representation can help you navigate each step with greater confidence and clarity. L. Sheryl Adams serves as a Senior Associate Attorney at Stange Law Firm and represents individuals from the firm’s Wichita, Kansas office, assisting clients in Sedgwick County and nearby areas.Sheryl attended Southern Methodist University School of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctorate. Prior to law school, Sheryl completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin. Sheryl is licensed to practice law in Kansas and Texas.Before becoming a Senior Associate Attorney with the Wichita family law and divorce attorneys at Stange Law Firm, Sheryl spent six months working as a Law Clerk for the firm. Before joining Stange Law Firm, she most recently served as an Associate Judge for the Collin County Probate Court, a role she held since 2011. In this position, she presided over involuntary mental health commitment filings and hearings, often during off-hours and with minimal supervision. She also worked closely with hospital staff and law enforcement personnel, offering guidance on mental health procedures, and frequently speaks to public and private groups to educate them on the mental health legal process. In addition to her judicial role, Sheryl maintained a legal practice since 1993, representing clients in criminal, juvenile, and probate matters. Her work included handling jury and bench trials, mental health proceedings, competency hearings, and contested motions. She is committed to seeking rehabilitative and supportive alternatives for clients when appropriate, including programs such as Drug Court, Veterans Court, and mental health treatment services. Sheryl has also gained experience in condemnation and Child Protective Services cases and has acted as an Ad Litem in matters involving adoption, custody, personal injury, and guardianship, advocating for the protection of individual rights throughout.Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.
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Bar Admission & MembershipsAdmissions1989, Texas
2025, Kansas
MembershipsState Bar of Texas
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Education & CertificationsLaw SchoolSouthern Methodist University
Class of 1989
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Other EducationUniversity of Texas at Austin
Class of 1982
B.B.A.
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Personal Details & HistoryAgeBorn in 1960
New Orleans, Louisiana, June 22, 1960
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Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?Yes, Sheryl Adams, Esq. is admitted to practice in Kansas and Texas.
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Does this attorney accept major credit cards?Yes, Sheryl Adams, Esq. will accept Visa, Discover, American Express and MasterCard.
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How many attorneys are in this law firm?Stange Law Firm, PC has 40 attorneys at this location.
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What law school did this attorney attend?Sheryl Adams, Esq. attended Southern Methodist University.