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Rusty Adams

Research Attorney

Expert Bio

E. V. “Rusty” Adams III is the research attorney at the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University. He has served the Center in this capacity since 2016. Adams provides the public and real estate professionals opportunities to learn about Texas real estate law by writing articles and reports for the Center’s publications, and by speaking to groups around the state. A Bryan native, Adams earned the degrees of Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Master of Science in Marketing, both from Texas A&M, before earning the degree of Juris Doctor from Baylor University. He was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 2004 and to the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas in 2007. Adams practiced law, including real estate transactions and litigation, for 12 years in the Bryan‐College Station area prior to joining the Center. Adams is a former member of the Texas A&M Corps of Cadets, Texas Aggie Band, and Ross Volunteer Company, and participates in leadership development programs offered by the Department of Student Activities and the Corps of Cadets.

Latest Articles

Chevron Overturned
6 minute read
Oct 21 2024

Chevron Overturned

Court Ruling Reshapes Legal Landscape

In what will likely be regarded as the watershed legal moment of 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court has overruled the Chevron doctrine. Here’s what you need to know. 

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Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
Legal Issues
6 minute read
Aug 12 2024

Won’t You Be My Neighbor?

(But Respect My Property)

It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood . . . until a property dispute arises. Here’s what you need to know about issues neighboring property owners commonly encounter.

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Brokerage
8 minute read
Mar 11 2024

Nothing to Hide

New Reporting Requirements Under the Corporate Transparency Act

Those doing business through entities should be aware of new requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. Failure to comply could result in civil or criminal penalties.

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Land Occupier’s Liability Guide
Land Markets
27 minute read
Jan 22 2024

Land Occupier’s Liability Guide

This guide provides an introduction to land occupier's liability in Texas. It gives a basic understanding of liability concepts and the potential pitfalls for owners and occupiers of land. This...
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Mechanic’s & Materialman’s Liens
Single-family
7 minute read
Jan 02 2024

Mechanic’s & Materialman’s Liens

Recent Changes to the State Lien Statutes

Perhaps it’s not a complete cure for the “Working Man Blues,” but Texas lien statutes that help ensure tradesmen get paid for their work have been changed to simplify the process of perfecting liens and expand protections.

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2023 Legislative Changes
Legal Issues
8 minute read
Dec 05 2023

2023 Legislative Changes

What Texas Real Estate Professionals Need to Know

We’ve highlighted recent legislative changes so you’ll know when the new laws take effect (but download the full report to real later, of course).

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