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James Arthur Goldstein
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James A. "Jimmy" Goldstein is the founding partner of Goldstein Hayes Trial Lawyers, one of Georgia's premier plaintiff trial firms devoted exclusively to representing individuals and families in catastrophic injury, medical malpractice, trucking, and wrongful death litigation. For more than 40 years, he has built a reputation for handling the firm's most significant and complex cases while providing clients with the experience, personal attention, and trial advocacy they deserve.
Mr. Goldstein is widely recognized as one of Georgia's leading medical malpractice attorneys, having helped recover more than $200 million in medical malpractice cases alone. His practice also includes birth injuries, catastrophic truck and commercial vehicle collisions, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, product liability, swimming pool drowning cases, construction and industrial accidents, and other catastrophic injury and wrongful death matters.
Unlike high-volume personal injury firms, Goldstein Hayes Trial Lawyers intentionally accepts a limited number of significant cases. That approach allows Mr. Goldstein to remain personally involved with every client while committing the substantial financial resources, nationally recognized expert witnesses, advanced technology, and meticulous preparation required to successfully litigate complex cases against hospitals, healthcare systems, trucking companies, manufacturers, insurers, and other large corporations. Every case is prepared from the outset as though it will be presented to a jury.
Under Mr. Goldstein's leadership, the firm has recovered nearly $1 billion in verdicts and settlements, including more than $400 million in commercial motor vehicle cases and numerous seven-, eight-, and nine-figure recoveries. While past results do not guarantee future outcomes, they reflect a decades-long commitment to pursuing justice for individuals and families facing life-changing injuries and tragic losses.
Throughout his career, Mr. Goldstein has earned recognition from many of the legal profession's most respected organizations, including The Best Lawyers in America, Georgia Super Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent®, The National Trial Lawyers, and Fortune's list of Pre-Eminent Lawyers in the United States. He is also a frequent lecturer on medical malpractice, catastrophic injury litigation, and trial advocacy, and has mentored generations of trial lawyers throughout his career.
"Every case represents a family that has placed its trust in us during one of the most difficult times in their lives. That trust is something we never take for granted. Our responsibility is to prepare every case thoroughly, advocate relentlessly, and pursue the justice and accountability our clients deserve." — Jim Goldstein
Founding partner of Goldstein Hayes Trial Lawyers, representing victims of medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, trucking accidents, and wrongful death for more than 40 years. Personally handling complex cases with the experience, resources, and trial commitment they deserve.
A preventable birth injury can alter the course of a child's life forever. Jim Goldstein represents families in complex birth injury cases involving medical negligence during pregnancy, labor, and delivery, helping secure the answers, accountability, and financial resources children need for the fut
Traumatic brain injury cases demand experienced trial counsel, leading medical experts, and meticulous preparation. Jim Goldstein represents clients who have suffered catastrophic brain injuries resulting from medical negligence, commercial vehicle collisions, defective products, and other serious a
Medical malpractice cases are among the most challenging in civil litigation. Jim Goldstein has helped recover more than $200 million in medical malpractice cases by combining decades of courtroom experience with a thorough understanding of complex medical issues and trial advocacy.
Goldstein Hayes Trial Lawyers intentionally focuses on catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death litigation—not high-volume injury claims. Jim Goldstein represents clients with permanent, life-changing injuries with the preparation, resources, and trial experience complex cases demand.
Commercial trucking litigation requires immediate action, extensive investigation, and substantial resources. Jim Goldstein represents victims of catastrophic truck crashes by preserving critical evidence, working with leading experts, and preparing every case for trial from day one.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Medical Malpractice
40%
46 years
Birth Injury
20%
46 years
Personal Injury
15%
46 years
Trucking Accident
15%
46 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
35%-50%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 46 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2015
Results Oriented/Outstanding Service
Overall Jimmy is an excellent lawyer, result oriented while providing great client service. Jimmy's " never give up attitude" is what won the day for us. Our case involved a medical device claim. From the beginnings Jimmy exhibited an excellent bedside manner, In fact he came to the hospital to ac...
Posted by Hope | April 28, 2014
The Best !!!
James Goldstein is simply the best. He went above & beyond anything I ever expected - and never waivered once in his belief in my case. From our first meeting - to the successful end of my case - he took time to explain every step of the way. I consider myself incredibly lucky to have found him an...
Posted by Sam | August 21, 2013
Top of the Line
When I had gotten in my crash, I tried to work with several lawyers, but none were quite like Mr. Goldstein. I have never met a lawyer so easy to communicate with. Any questions or concerns I had were responded to very quickly and fairly. My emails were responded to on the minute, and I was informed ...
Posted by JP | August 19, 2013
Jim Goldstein is the best attorney!
Jim Goldstein is an excellent attorney! Our family was involved in a terrible car accident and he helped us every step of the way. We owe a debt of gratitude to Jim and his law firm!
James Arthur Goldstein's Lawyer Endorsements
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jimmy Goldstein is one of the greatest trial lawyers in Atlanta."
Edward Kim
Personal injury lawyer
Michael Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer
Bruce Berger
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2026
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2026
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®
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
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2011
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2010
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2008
Top Lawyer, Fortune Magazine
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Partner, Goldstein Hayes, LLC
2000 - 2005
Principal, James A Goldstein, PC
1997 - 2000
Partner, Goldstein & Law, LLP
Associations
American Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
Member
State Bar of Georgia
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Atlanta Bar Association
Member
National Trial Lawyers Association
Executive Committee
National Trial Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
valcourt v. federal express ground
confidential
Wright v. The Medical Center
confidential
Education
1980
Emory University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
Union College (Schenectady, NY)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Experts
Expert Witness Preparation
1997
Advanced Trial Practice
Trial Techniques
Languages
English
Activity
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