Peter Goodman

I was fighting a very serious case in the feds. I didn’t know when I was coming home. I didn’t know the definition of the charges I had until I met Mr. Peter Goodman. He is one of the most important persons in my life because he genuinely cared about my case, including my family. Every time he came t...o see me he always said keep your head up. I put my trust in him because something told me if he believed I’m going to come home I need to. I was facing a long time but he fought for me and I came home. I appreciate everything he did for me. He genuinely cares about his clients. Thank you Mr. Goodman.

The DMV sent me a letter saying that my driver's license would be suspended due to not reporting a car accident. I had reported it within their requested timeframe, and my insurace had ruled that I wasn't at fault. This was outrageous. I was terrified of losing my license; I was recovering from a bik...e accident that left me with a mobility impairment at the time; I needed my car to get to and from work. Peter told me exactly what to say to the DMV. One phone call later, my license was re-instated. Thank you Peter for all your help!

I was arrested for a felony DUI because two passengers in my car were injured in the accident I had. Peter arranged my release and I went to his office where we had a lengthy conversation. Peter told me about the legal consequences I was facing but he promised to do everything he could ...to make sure I ended up with the best possible result in my case. Peter first persuaded the district attorney to charge me with a misdemeanor rather than a felony. He then filed a motion asking the judge to divert my case from the criminal justice system and the judge granted his motion. She placed me on diversion for 1 year and ordered me during that time to complete a 9-month DUI program, attend 40 Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and watch a video about the dangers of driving under the influence. It was a slow and steady process that enabled me to better myself as a human being. I still to this day stay connected with a few fellows from my AA sessions. After I completed all of the requirements of my diversion, I met with Peter once again at the Hall of Justice wearing the proper attire. I can still remember this being one of the most stressful days of my existence. We walked into the courtroom and the judge announced that the criminal case against me was dismissed. I will always be grateful to Peter for all the work he put in for me. It started out as a professional relationship but during the lengthy process it became personal as well. We stayed in touch the whole time and still do it today. I recommend Peter highly to anyone who needs an experienced, hard working and caring criminal lawyer.

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.