Mark Adams California Receivership Group

Mark Adams President of California Receivership Group

Mark Adams has dedicated the past 25 years to addressing some of California’s most pressing real estate challenges through the California Receivership Group (CRG), where he serves as President. Specializing in health and safety receivership, he has emerged as the state’s leading expert in rehabilitating properties that pose significant health and safety risks, including slums, abandoned buildings, and other deteriorated properties. His innovative approach has been recognized by 179 state and federal judges, leading to his appointment as a receiver for over 360 properties across 36 counties and 126 cities. His expertise is now extending beyond California to states like Tennessee, Virginia, Texas, and Wisconsin.

A receivership under the Health and Safety Code is an effective measure when traditional enforcement fails to rectify property issues. This method does not burden taxpayers, as the properties finance their own remediations through court-directed funds. Adams’ work covers a wide spectrum of issues, from unpermitted constructions to severe infrastructural failures, offering comprehensive solutions to complex problems.

In 1999, a tragic incident involving the death of a young child in a dilapidated building marked a significant turning point. This event propelled Adams to become the first receiver under the California Health and Safety Code, setting a precedent for using legal remedies to tackle severe property mismanagement. His early experiences, including learning about the receivership remedy in the 1990s, shaped his commitment to transforming nuisance properties into safe habitats.

Before founding CRG, Adams was instrumental in the Blue Ribbon Citizens Committee on Slum Housing under then-Mayor Riordan, highlighting the dire conditions in Los Angeles’ housing and sparking significant policy changes. His leadership in this area led to important reforms, including the expansion of the city’s inspection and enforcement framework to address slum conditions better.