Terry L Goddard Jr

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Terry L Goddard Jr

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 23 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Baltimore, MD
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy ... +2 more

1311 Cox Street, Baltimore, MD

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About Terry

Biography

Providing Sophisticated Legal Services For Over 30 Years. Call 410-469-6361

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 50%

If you are facing foreclosure, excessive debt, wage garnishment, or need some relief from your creditors bankruptcy provides a fast inexpensive way to get a fresh start.

19 years | 400 cases

50%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 15%

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy can help you if you are behind on your mortgage, need to reduce your car payments, need to pay off or eliminate tax debt, or a looking to get your finances back under control.

15%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 15%

Chapter 7 bankruptcy can help if you do not have the money to pay off your debts, are having your wages garnished, or need to stop lawsuits or judgments.

19 years

15%
Foreclosure 10%

10%
Tax 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 9 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2016

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 23 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 23 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2002

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Skeen & Kauffman, L.L.P.

1311 Cox Street, Baltimore, MD, 21211

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Skeen & Kauffman LLP

22325 Greenview Parkway, Unit 1C, Great Mills, MD, 20634

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Skeen & Kauffman LLP

9256 Bendix Road, Suite 102, Columbia, MD, 21045

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Terry L Goddard Jr's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Exceptional Bankruptcy Attorney – Highly Recommend!

I can’t thank Terry Goddard enough for the incredible support and professionalism he showed throughout my bankruptcy case. From our first meeting, he explained every step clearly and made a difficult situation feel manageable. He was always responsive, compassionate, and never made me feel judged. ... What really stood out was his deep knowledge of bankruptcy law and his ability to find the best possible solution for my circumstances. Thanks to Terry Goddard, I was able to get a fresh financial start with confidence and peace of mind. If you’re looking for a bankruptcy lawyer who truly cares about his clients and delivers results, I highly recommend Terry Goddard and their team. Five stars all the way!

Posted by Chris | January 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent Attorney

Your stressed out, your over your head in debt, your under the enormous stress that comes with your financial situation. I was lost with my predicament and very distrustful of anyone. I heard about Mr. Goddard and took the step. Mr. Goddard was everything one could hope for in such a desperate sit...uation. He was honest and straight forward step by step and was a complete comfort. He always returned phone calls, emails, and took the extra time to explain the actions taking place. I felt more like I was dealing with an old friend rather than a lawyer taking care of business for a fee. He passed no judgement and did everything to relieve the stress of my financial down fall. If you find yourself in a bankruptcy need, DO NOT HESITATE calling upon Mr. Goddard for his help.

Posted by Robert | October 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Excellent Attorney

Having been a casualty of the economy I was forced to seek bankruptcy. In the past I have dealt with many attorneys who were arrogant, condescending, and impossible to reach without going through their paralegal first. I wanted an attorney who would listen, give good sound advice, and most importantl...y treat me like a valued client. From the initial consultation to the final plan payment Mr. Goddard delivered. He has been professional, courteous, and always returned my phone calls in a timely manner. He knows the laws, he is honest, and he is there to help you. Each case is unique and mine was full of challenges. It was decided to go with a chapter 13 and a 5 year payment plan. Life happens and issues arise that require the attorney to be notified and/or consulted with. Never once, over five years, did Mr. Goddard fail to provide prompt, courteous, professional resolve to my issues. Never once did Mr. Goddard make me feel like I was keeping him from something more important. In fact Mr. Goddard went above and beyond his scope of work to ensure my issues were handled correctly and promptly. if you are searching for an attorney I would strongly suggest Mr. Goddard. He is (I can't stress this enough) by far the best attorney I have hired.

Posted by Ada | July 26, 2015

Amazing!

I appreciate Mr. Goddard and everything he has done from my first meeting to make this process less intimidating, efficient and timely. I trust his judgement as he has communicated with me every step of the way, helped me understand all of my options, process, etc. He is personable and non-judgmenta...l. I would highly recommend him for any needs and I am so appreciative and happy with his services.

Posted by Karen M. | February 11, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Yes! There are decent attorneys!

I got myself into a situation and didn't know what to do. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn't keep up with the payments I had every month. After thinking long and hard my only option was to file for bankruptcy. I had no idea where or to go or who to talk to. I went online and happened to find Terr...y Goddard.  He was a blessing. When I met him, I was embarrassed ashamed and humiliated by my situation but knew I had to do this.  As soon as we started talking he made me feel comfortable. He was friendly and funny. You hear horror stories about experiences people had with attorneys but I can honestly say there's not one bad experience I had with him. He didn't judge or disrespect me. He made a terrible situation bearable and treated me with courtesy, respect and decency.  He made the whole process as comfortable as possible. He explained things to me in a way I could understand and not talk over my head. I'm a simple, older adult and that meant a lot to me. His office is a bit of a distance from me so one time he met me at a coffee shop right up the road from me. I never would have expected that. If anyone is in a bad financial situation and don't know what to do and are trying to do the best they can and do the right thing but it just isn't enough, please contact him for help. For being an attorney, he's a decent human being. So if you find you're in a situation like I was, please contact him. I promise you, you will be more than pleased with Terry.

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Skeen & Kauffman, L.L.P.

Education

2002

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

The George Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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