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For nearly 30 years, I have been a lawyer, law instructor and continuing legal education provider in Alameda County.
Since graduating from Hastings College of the Law, at University of California in San Francisco in 1980, I have worked in the courts of Alameda County. While still in law school, I started my career as clerk in the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office in 1979. The Office honored me by hiring me as Deputy District Attorney in 1981.
Since 1987, for more than twenty years, I have also enjoyed success in private practice, representing individuals, and protecting their Constitutional rights. I have handled thousands of cases on every level and tried over fifty jury trials to verdict. As a practicing attorney, I am also a businessperson. I know what it means to meet a payroll, sign the front of the checks, and pay taxes. My ties to Oakland and Alameda County run deep, and I have spent much of my life trying to improve our community.
In college I participated in the University’s student discipline court. In law school I was active in moot court competition and in the Hastings College of Advocacy, a continuing legal education program for practicing litigators. As an attorney, I have judged moot court competitions at UC Hastings College of Law, and coached moot court teams at Logan High School in Union City.
My experience as a prosecutor and as a private practitioner enables me to understand both sides of an issue and to use that understanding for the benefit of my clients. I understand the importance of fair and effective law enforcement; I also know that constitutional rights are critical, and believe these rights must be protected for the community to remain strong.
I have lived and worked in Alameda County for nearly thirty years. I am a citizen, and a business owner. My wife is a physician at Kaiser Hospital, in Oakland. My sister and her husband live in Piedmont and are both attorneys, each practicing in Alameda County. My uncle, a retired college professor and my aunt live in Berkeley. My uncle served on the Alameda County Grand Jury.
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Posted by Jeanine | October 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Look no further for an attorney
The Law Office of Louis J. Goodman was the best decision we ever made. We found ourselves in need of an attorney and we thank God for bringing Mr Goodman in our path. His many years of experience benefited us greatly. He is the kind of attorney that explains everything and gives it to you straight. ...
Posted by Megan | September 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Hire this man
I contacted Louis Goodman for a DUI case and he was immensely helpful. I found the whole experience to be far less painful than originally anticipated and I credit that to the outstanding ability of Mr. Goodman. I'm very thankful and appreciative for the work that was done and help that was provided....
Posted by Puru Krishnamurthy | April 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Lawyer!!
Louis helped me in my case, he is very experience in criminal defence law. I found louis when a friend of mine referred me. He was very detailed in how he would approach my case, was at the court for me until the case was closed. I would definitely refer Louis to anyone who is needing help in law mat...
Posted by Michael | December 14, 2019 | DUI & DWI
Smart, Effective and Responsive DUI/Criminal Defense Attorney
If I could give ten stars to Louis Goodman, I truly would. We were referred to Louis by one of the leading criminal defense attorneys in Silicon Valley. A family member had incurred a DUI arrest and there were unique aspects of their case that required vigorous, local legal representation. This meant...
Posted by Brycenn | April 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Best defense attorney in Alameda county guaranteed
The best thing and the law office of Louis j Goodman is the fact that I actually talked to and was represented by Louis. He heard my entire side of my situation and gave me more advice then any other attorney would, and didn’t charge me a dime. Once I actually hired him, he wasted zero time getting a...
"I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from many years of experience, contributions and reviews that Mr. Goodman is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent."
"Louis Goodman is overall an outstanding attorney. He is knowledgeable and helpful. He is also generous with his time and will guide you in the right direction with matters related to criminal law. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!"
"I have known Mr. Goodman for 32 years. He is honest, diligent and gets the job done right the first time! He possesses an ability to clearly communicate with his clients. I highly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Louis Goodman defends criminal defendants in Alameda County at the highest standards. His level of professionalism is unparalleled. He devotes himself to each client exercising the utmost in attention to each matter. His knowledge of the field extends to every criminal case. Mr. Goodman's prior experience as a Deputy District Attorney in Alameda county enhances his experience and familiarity with local rules and procedures. He is available for clients at all times and is there to help you and your family through difficult situations with a compassionate and caring demeanor."
"Louis is an excellent lawyer who gives wise counsel and fights zealously for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work because Mr. Goodman is an extremely knowledgeable lawyer. He has the manner, skill, and knowledge of a Judge. In fact, Mr. Goodman has been a Deputy District Attorney and a Judge Pro Tem as well as a defense attorney making him one of the most well rounded lawyer in his field. It is all of the experiences from different points of view that him the advantage over his fellow colleagues; especially having been a Judge Pro Tem where is fellow colleagues appeared before him. This experience and practice from all sides gives him the understanding of the law that allows Mr. Goodman to get results for his clients that leave other lawyers just wondering how he did it. If Mr. Goodman is good enough to have been a Pro Tem Judge, he is the right lawyer for you. Think about it; don’t you want a lawyer with the understanding of the people he is fighting for you, and a clear understanding of how and why a Judge will rule so he can get the best rulings for you? If I"
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Professional Presenter, Inns of Court
1997
Past President, Hayward South Rotary
1987 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Louis J Goodman
1979 - 1987
Deputy District Attorney, Alameda County District Attorneys Office
2011 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationCourt Appointed Attorney's Panel
2011 - Present
Earl Warren American Inn of CourtMember
2008 - Present
South Alameda County Bar, Continuing Legal EducationChair
1990 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
1988 - Present
California Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
1980
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Immigration and the Supreme Court
2011
Law Office Management
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