James Adams (1752-1816), of Berkeley Square, Middlesex, was an English politician. He was a Member of Parliament (MP) for West Looe 21 August 1784 - 1790, Hindon 1790 to 1796, for Bramber 1796–1802, and for Harwich 7 April 1803 - 1806 and 9 March 1807 - 1807. His brother is Charles Adams who was also an MP.