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Adam was raised in Louisburg, North Carolina. He received bachelor's and law degrees from North Carolina Central University.

Adam S. Keith previously worked as an attorney in private practice for The Law Office of Clifton and Keith, as an attorney for the Cabarrus County Department of Human Services, and as an associate attorney at The Law Office of Thomas H. Clifton.

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Adam S. Keith is the current District Court Judge for Judicial District 9B. He was first elected to this position in 2016 and is serving his second term.

As a state district court judge, oversaw all felony, probate, and civil cases, ruled in all civil actions against the state seeking financial payment, authorized naturalization procedures, and exercised authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.

As an attorney at The Law Office of Clifton and Keith, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in family law and criminal law.

As an attorney for the Cabarrus County Department of Human Services, developed legal strategy on issues of law, researched and drafted legal documents, and provided department officials with recommendations on which cases the agency should seek review of.

As an associate attorney at The Law Office of Thomas H. Clifton, he researched and drafted legal documents, and helped clients pursue personal injury claims and negotiate settlements with individuals and companies.

- As a state district court judge, oversaw all felony, probate, and civil cases, ruled in all civil actions against the state seeking financial payment, authorized naturalization procedures, and exercised authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.
- As an attorney at The Law Office of Clifton and Keith, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in family law and criminal law.
- As an attorney for the Cabarrus County Department of Human Services, developed legal strategy on issues of law, researched and drafted legal documents, and provided department officials with recommendations on which cases the agency should seek review of.
- As an associate attorney at The Law Office of Thomas H. Clifton, he researched and drafted legal documents, and helped clients pursue personal injury claims and negotiate settlements with individuals and companies.

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As of June 14, 2024, Adam S. Keith did not have a website or any information online.

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- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 

Judge who handles majority of trial level cases.

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