I am a third generation attorney with experience in working at my family's law firm and then branching out to own a commercial enterprise in New York, then expanding on my business and legal experience to become a founding member of three law firms and several holding companies. I have been a board of directors' member as well as officer of several profit and not for profit corporations, LLC's and LP's involving real estate, grandparents rights, family law and commercial/residential entities. As a practicing attorney, my professional emphasis has been family law, civil litigation, real estate, estate planning, and probate law. The current primary focus of my personal practice is proper entitiy formation and next level business and personal asset protection. If you require assistance on how to protect your personal and/or business life as related to family, real estate, estate planning, business/personal succession, and asset protection, please feel welcome to call me. The information you will recieve is completely confidential and you will have the confidence of knowing the lawyer you have sought is experienced in the realities noted above. Prevention is worth at ton of cure.
For more information about the unique vision and mission of Jay Goodman and Associates Law Firm, PC, watch our video, visit us at www.jaygoodman.com or call us at (505) 989-8117
Practice areas
Practice emphasis ranges from formation to complex multi-state and international integration with concentrated structures related to asset protection.
35 years
35 years
35 years
35 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative Suspension | 2006 | 12/05/2020 |
Legal answers | 15 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Commitment to Self-Determination For Persons with Disabilities | The New Mexico Protection & Advocacy System | 2006 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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General Partner | Whelk, LP | 2014 - Present |
Managing Member | Manatee, LLC | 2014 - Present |
CEO | Lightning Legal Group | 2012 - Present |
CEO | Life Leaf Legal Group | 2012 - Present |
CEO | Jay Goodman and Associates Law Firm, Professional Corporation | 2000 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association Law Practice Division | Member | 2016 - Present |
American Bar Association, Business Law Section | State Liaison to Committee on Corporate Laws | 2010 - Present |
Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2007 - Present |
Galisteo Center Condominium Association | Vice President | 2006 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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JGA, PC | Advanced Estate and Expert Asset Protection Planning | 2015 |
AARP | Legal Checkup | 2000 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Faculty Estate Planning | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Capital University Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1986 |
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor | BGS | 1983 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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WOMEN NAVIGATING DIVORCE WORKSHOP | Post Divorce Legal Issues | 2015 |
Advisors luncheon | Entity Structures in the Service of Creditor Protection, Succession Planning and Estate Planning | 2015 |
Trust Planning and Drafting Techniques | Ethical Considerations in Trust Planning | 2013 |
Fundemental Principas of Will Drafting | Fundemental Principas of Will Drafting | 2008 |
Fundemental Principals of Will Drafting | Fundemental Principals of Will Drafting | 2008 |
The IACP 8th Annual Networking and Educational Forum | Conference Summary | 2007 |
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New Mexico Collaborative Family Law | Collaborative Family Law | 2006 |
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Steven Bone, Estate planning Attorney on May 29, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Jay is a consummate, professional estate planner with years of practical experience. He has also been a terrific mentor to me.
Betsy Salcedo, General practice Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Jay's firm has lawyers with various skills and knowledge areas. He is witty and able to discern cases to optimize the client's goals and needs. I endorse him because he is passionate about the law, as I am, and teaches other lawyers how to view issues they have not considered. With his years of experience, he offers a legal basis from which a cleint can benefit.
Cynthia Sikelianos, Business Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Jay is an excellent attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable, personable and well spoken. Jay has the ability to explain very complex, sophisticated legal issues in a manner that is easy to understand. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and will represent them well. In addition to his expertise in Business Law, he is also well educated in a number of other areas of the law and can provide competent legal advise in a variety of other areas of practice. I highly recommend Jay Goodman.
Vanessa DeNiro, Family Attorney on Mar 9, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Jay Goodman is a brilliant attorney. He is well versed in many areas of law, and his experience and expertise truly shines in the practice area of family law. Jay Goodman is an excellent mentor, accomplished businessman, and a gifted attorney. My experience working with Jay Goodman has been invaluable. I recommend Jay Goodman as an attorney, as an advisor, and as a consultant - he does not disappoint.
Peter Bruso, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with Jay for four years and have found him to be a smart businessman, talented attorney and compassionate human being. His integrity is beyond reproach.
Christie Coleman, Family Attorney on Mar 4, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Jay Goodman is well known in New Mexico and especially among family law practitioners and Judges. He is a supportive mentor but also a keen legal mind, offering valuable legal and procedural insights to those attorneys who work for him. Mr. Goodman recognizes the importance of client relationships and has structured his firm to provide top notch advocacy paired with special client attention.
Douglass Lodmell, Business Attorney on Jul 28, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I am happy to endorse Mr. Goodman. We have a working relationship with Jay and are aware of the care and expertise he provides to clients. He is a trusted and experienced attorney in the Santa Fe area. Whether you require simple or more complex business planning, Jay Goodman will provide you with excellent advice, service and support.
Herbert Rzepiennik, Family Attorney on Feb 5, 2011
Relationship: Other
I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Goodman and found him to be knowledgeable and well spoken. I would refer clients to Mr. Goodman in his area of practice and geographical area.
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