Thomas W. Goldman, J.D., LL.M.
Tom Goldman has taught and practiced law for over 44 years. A graduate of the University of Mississippi with a B.A. degree in political science, he followed in his family’s footsteps by attending the University of Mississippi School of Law, where he served as President of the International Law Society.
He practiced law in Meridian, Mississippi and in 1973 graduated from New York University School of Law with a Master of Laws degree (LL.M.). Mr. Goldman then began of career as a law professor at the University of Tulsa Law School (Tulsa, Oklahoma), Teaching Fellow at Southern Methodist School of Law (Dallas, Texas) and Associate Dean of Mississippi School of Law (Jackson, Mississippi). He has also taught as an adjunct professor at Barry Law School (Orlando, Florida), Florida Institute of Technology in Orlando (Titusville, Florida), Rollins College (Winter Park, Florida), and Regent University (Virginia Beach, Virginia).
Mr. Goldman is former Legal Director, Financial Planning for the Christian Broadcasting Network, and former CEO of the Scottish Rite Foundation of Florida. He held a Series 7 securities license and worked as a District Manager for a publicly-traded financial company.
He is a member of the National Immigration Project, State Bars of Mississippi and Virginia, and admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals and Mississippi Supreme Court. Mr. Goldman is a Distinguished Fellow of the Royal Society of Fellows. He appears frequently in immigration court, and has represented clients in deportation proceedings in Orlando, Miami, San Juan, San Antonio and Detroit.
Goldman and his wife Jody are avid sailors. They are members of the Manatee Sailing Association and Bradenton Yacht Club and frequently participate in events with their Catalina 30 named “Asylum”.
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Posted by Ramona Karpe | September 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Thomas W. Goldman an excellent lawyer
Mr. Goldman was the BEST choice for my immigration case (green card). It starts with a free consultation... then he prepared all my documents, he made sure me and my husband understood all the details, he was with us for the final interview... and it ends with a big success! With his knowledge and ex...
Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2014
Immigration/Green-card renewal
Thoughtful, kind, reassuring, approachable, and very knowledgable regarding my issue above, which was a complex case. Easily accessible via mult modes of communication, txt,vmail,email,etc Recommend him highly !!
Posted by Munish | September 23, 2013 | Immigration
5 Year E2 Visa approval from US Counsulate in Toronto
My equipment sales and rental business based in Toronto Canada required frequent travels into US. There were several expansion possibilities which developed and I was very confused how we could best make use of them for long term gains.. I met Mr. Goldman and discussed the possibilities and he advis...
Posted by Grace Perrotta | October 03, 2012 | Immigration
Mr. Goldman is a great lawyer !
Mr. Goldman is an excellent lawyer . His knowledge and work ethics are phenomenal ! First experience I had with Mr. Goldman was free consultation , he took his time and explained everything I needed to know about my case (green card based on my marriage to my husband who's an american citizen ) . I ...
Posted by Olga | October 02, 2011 | Immigration
Not a good lawyer
My experience with Mr. Goldman is less than satisfactory for a couple of reasons: 1. Not responsive. Mr. Goldman's office would never give a call back. I had to call myself a couple of times, very frustrating; specially if you have other things to do other than making sure your lawyer's office stil...
"Outstanding Legal Expertise -Tom is both a gentleman and a scholar. His knowledge in the field of immigration & nationality law is outstanding."
"I have known Tom Goldman for nearly twenty years. When I first met him, I self-nominated him as my mentor. He was working as a financial advisor at the time and I was a "newbie" estate planning attorney. I needed someone wiser and experienced - I chose Tom. He has the highest integrity and I would not hesitate to endorse or recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tom Goldman is a man of integrity and a hard worker. He provides highly effective counseling at competitive prices. I would recommend Tom Goldman to anyone who needs legal help with any kind of immigration matter."
"With confidence I endorse Thomas W. Goldman as an immigration attorney. Over the years I have been mentored by Mr. Goldman and have referred many clients to him for representation all having great results."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with him on a number of cases and find that he is exceptional in his analysis of legal issues. He is a true advocate for his clients and committed to their best interests."
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Distinguished Fellow, Royal Society of Fellows
1986
Thomas W. Goldman Day, Mississippi Legislature
1980
Law Profess of the Year, Mississippi College School of Law
2004 - Present
Senior Partner, Goldman & Loughlin, PLLC
1992 - 2004
Shareholder, Goldman Law Firm
1986 - 1992
Legal Director, Financial Planning, Christian Broadcasting Network, Inc.
1982 - 1986
Professor of Law and Associate Dean, O. W. Coburn School of Law, ORU
1976 - 1981
Professor of Law and Associate Dean, Mississippi College School of Law
1975 - 1976
Teaching Fellow, SMU School of Law
1973 - 1975
Assistant Professor, University of Tulsa College of Law
1968 - 1972
Associate, Goldman & Goldman, PA
1986 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationMember
1968 - Present
Mississippi State BarMember
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1973
LL.M - Master of Laws
1968
JD - Juris Doctor
1965
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Immigration Law
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