Howard S Goldman

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Howard S Goldman

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 42 years

Business Lawyer at Needham, MA
Practice Areas: Business, Real Estate, Estate Planning ... +5 more

160 Gould Street, Suite 320, Needham, MA

About Howard

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Business 14%

Our business practice concentrates on closely-held businesses, including family owned businesses, and their owners. We represent general business corporations, professional corporations, nonprofit corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, general partnerships, limited liability partnerships, proprietorships, and other business associations. Website: http://www.GoldmanPease.com

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Corporate and Incorporation 14%

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Estate Planning 14%

Some people think that estate planning is only for wealthy individuals subject to large taxes. But minimizing estate tax liability is only one reason for estate planning. Estate planning should be contemplated and acted upon while you are healthy and able to implement those decisions which minimize estate tax liability, determine who shall become beneficiaries, decide who shall serve as executor, trustee, or guardian, and develop disability planning.

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Landlord or Tenant 14%

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Limited Liability Company (LLC) 14%

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Litigation 14%

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Real Estate 14%

Real estate law is an active area of the firm for its business clients, for clients whose principal business is real estate development or investment for individuals or entities purchasing, selling, or leasing real estate, and for title insurance companies assisting to cure and resolve title defects.

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Other 2%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Rhode Island for 35 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 42 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Goldman & Pease LLC

160 Gould Street, Suite 320, Needham, MA, 02494-2300

GoldmanPease.com

Online Presence

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Howard S Goldman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Alex | January 4, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Amazing results!

Goldman & Pease really helped out in an arbitration case I had. Sid was so thorough in his approach. He really took care of me in the case and really new his stuff. We ultimately won the arbitration. I couldn't have done it without him. Our family is forever grateful for the help they provided. Thank... you again!

Posted by Faina | November 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Landlord

I highly recommend Howard Goldman as an attorney for eviction matters. He is a friendly and down-to-earth professional who provides impeccable representation for his clients. I was able to evict my tenant in a timely manner and the experience was overall less stressful as a result of his expertise. I... confidently refer prospective clients to Howard on a regular basis.

Posted by Mark | May 19, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

President, Recruiter

Howard Goldman is an expert in his craft. I have recommended other colleagues to Howard in the past for for business - related legal issues and they were all extremely satisfied. Howard's advice is sage and on point. He is someone on want on my team when I have a business-related legal issue. ... I had an issue with my client which he helped to resolve successfully. I will continue to recommend Howard to all of my colleagues. Can't say enough good things.

Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

10/10

We worked with Paul Tellier throughout our condo purchase. He was instrumental in guiding us through a challenging closing and helped us negotiate an extended closing date when we needed to pivot from a mortgage lender. I would highly recommend him and Goldman Pease to anyone in my network.

Posted by Ray | June 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Back Bay Condominium Legal Council

I have owned and managed a 10 unit property in the back bay for the past 20 years. There have been times when we have needed legal advise on issues such as late condominum fees, updating our bylaws to be current with changes in our community, interpretation of law, and implementing building rules an...d regulations. Howard Goldman and his staff have been very responsive to our needs whether they are big or small and have always resolved our issues in a timely manner. He has always been very fair with his time and fees and I would recommend his services to anyone who is looking for condominium legal advise. Ray L Back Bay Boston

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Howard S Goldman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Flynn

Business lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Howard is a sharp business lawyer, highly ethical and purposeful."

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Cameron Pease

Real estate lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"For close to twenty years I have worked with Howard. Howard has superior knowledge of the law in many areas, but in particular real estate, condominiums, and civil litigation. More importantly, Howard is extremely committed and persistent in examining, reviewing and studying the facts and evidence in a case which is one of the main reasons he consistently obtains outstanding results. In addition, Howard is cognizant of how rapidly legal fees can mount and he always uses his time productively and cost effectively. I am pleased to provide Howard with this unsolicited endorsement and would strongly recommend him without reservation."

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Cameron Pease

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Outstanding Service Award, Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce

2011

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Friend of the Year, Institute of Real Estate Management

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Partner, Goldman & Pease

1900 - Present

Partner, Goldman & Pease, LLC

1984 - 1988

Attorney, Wayne & Lazares

1983 - 1984

Attorney, Reimer & Braunstein, LLP

Associations

1995 - Present

Norfolk Bar Association

1995 - Present

Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys

1995 - Present

Community Association Institute

Attorneys Committee

1990 - Present

Real Estate Bar Association for Massachusetts

1985 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

1985 - Present

Boston Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Silverio v.Gentile

12 Million Dollar Verdict

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Education

1983

Boston University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Cornell University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Newton Needham Chamber of Commerce

Zoning Reform in Newton and Needham

2012

Leadership Basic Training

Condominium Law and Legal Overview

2012

CAI Annual Conference & Expo

Board member, community manager and homeowner concerns

2010

Newton Needham Chamber of Commerce Lawyers Committee Meeting on Employment Law

2010

Community Associations Institute Annual Conference & Expo

2009

Institute of Real Estate Management Property Management Pitfalls

Publications

Languages

Spanish

Hebrew

Activity

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