Peter Goodman

I was charged with felony child abduction which could have landed me in prison for years. When I decided to have Peter Goodman represent me, I was unaware that decision would change my life forever. From the moment he took my case, I felt I was in excellent hands. He understood from the beginn...ing that my goal was to help my daughter, not just win a trial. Peter also understood why I refused to take the DA's plea deal. He knew it was important to me to tell my story about why I fled the jurisdiction with my daughter. At the preliminary hearing, Peter was able to convince the judge to reduce my felony charge to a misdemeanor. At the trial, Peter worked every legal angle possible to win my case. He was always on his game and he informed me of the strategy he would use to win my case. Even though the judge refused to allow Peter to present my state of mind as our defense, he got the evidence in anyway when the prosecutor brought the subject up. I called it the backdoor defense. What I remember most about my trial and something that will always stay with me was Peter’s closing argument. He used one word that summed up his argument beautifully. Gaslight. Peter asked the jurors whether they had seen the 1940's movie with Ingrid Bergman and many of them nodded as their eyes widened. As I listened and watched, I could see that Peter had connected with the jurors. At that moment I knew they understood. The jury got it! When we returned to the courtroom for the verdict, Peter held my hand. I think he was more nervous than I was. The jury found me not guilty of child abduction. It was a victory and a historic acquittal! I have one word that sums up Peter Goodman: brilliant.

We were referred to Peter by a colleague of his when my son was arrested after a car accident. Peter did an amazing job defending my son over an extended case. He is very professional and communicated with my son and I during the entire lengthy process. He has many years of experience and helped us o...ut in a very difficult case. We could not be more pleased with the outcome and we heartily recommend him to everyone.

Mr. Peter Goodman and I went through two federal trials and juries, and came out victorious! He’s a strong willed educated man that’ll work tirelessly over his clients case! I’m so glad that God put Mr Goodman on my path when approaching trial and going through the worst time in my life. Nobody else ...I would prefer to go to legal war with!

I was so fortunate to be referred to Peter Goodman for my criminal defense needs. He responded promptly to my concerns and fears,was understanding, gave me an honest appraisal of my situation and was completely trustworthy. He resolved my problem quickly, quietly, and with total competence. Peter liv...es up to his name. He is a good man who makes the world a better place. I highly recommend him.C.V.