$ 325-400 per hour
Karen M. Goodman
About Karen
Biography
I love solving the problem that keeps people up at night! I understand how business works, why crises occurs and how to resolve the crises. My greatest passion is connecting with a jury in a difficult case. I love changing my client's lives for the better. I understand the great need for a moral compass in the legal profession. My philosophy is to approach my client's problems with a candid assessment of the issues, developing a plan for a solution and then executing on that plan. As part of my practice, I am dedicated to raising the bar for professionalism and ethics in the legal profession. I have worked with many lawyers to help them in understanding and addressing ethics dilemnas in their practices.
As a native of Sacramento, I have been privileged to practice in my hometown for over 30 years. In my spare time, you can find me golfing, running or working out.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 41 years
State: California
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Whitmore, Bachmann & Smith, L.L.P.
136 High Street, San Francisco, CA, 94111
Goodman & Associates
3840 Watt Avenue, Building A, Sacramento, CA, 95821-2640
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Rebecca | January 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A LONG GRUELING COMPLICATED BAD NEIGHBOR CASE
Karen has been our attorney for a few years now, We are in the middle of a very serious, horrific and complicated BAD NEIGHBOR case. Karen has been buy our side every step of the way. Trial got pushed again til 2024 and she is careful to not waste our money and time. We trust her and cant wait unti...
Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Client
She received my retainer, then decided she was too busy and kept most of the retainer. All I heard was I have a trial, I am busy with another trial, etc. She does not really care about her clients.
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly recommend
I have been a client of Karen Goodman for a few months, and my case is finalized now. My experience working with her was exceptional, she is not just an excellent attorney, but also a good person with super head on her shoulders, passion for justice and high integrity standard, and a very assertive ...
Karen M. Goodman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer for her real estate and professional ethics work."
Dominique Pollara
Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | May 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Karen's trial and advocacy skills are impressive. She is fearless and never hesitates to go to bat for her clients."
Dominique Pollara
Medical malpractice lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer in Civil Defense, Super Lawyers
2014
Real Estate, Best Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer in Civil Litigation Defense, Super Lawyers
2013
Real Estate, Best Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Frances Newell Carr Award, Women Lawyers of Sacramento
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer in Civil Litigation Defense, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer in Civil Litigation Defense, Super Lawyers
2004
AV Rated, Martindale Hubbell
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Principal, Goodman & Associates
Associations
2014 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaCommittee of Bar Examiners
2003 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesMember
1990 - Present
Association of Southern California Defense CounselMember
1986 - Present
Women Lawyers of SacramentoMember
American Bar Association
Member
State Bar of California
Member
Defense Research Institute
Member
Sacramento County Bar Association
Member
2010 - 2013
State Bar of CaliforniaTrustee
2007 - 2008
California Women LawyersPresident
2006 - 2007
California Women LawyersPresident Elect
2005 - 2007
Sacramento County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - 1999
Women Lawyers of SacramentoPresident
Education
1984
University of San Francisco School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of California - Davis
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2005
National Business Institute
Real Estate Practice
2005
Lorman Business Institute
Confidentiality
2003
Lorman Business Institute
California Legal Ethics
2003
Lorman Business Institute
Trial Practice
2002
Lorman Business Institute
California Legal Ethics
2001
Women Lawyers of Sacramento
Avoiding Conflicts
2000
State Bar of California
Recent Developments in Ethics
2000
State Bar of California
Malpractice Traps for the Real Estate Practitioner
2000
Stanislaus County Bar Association
Ethical Issues Concerning Legal Fees
2000
Lorman Business Institute
California Legal Ethics
2000
Education Institute
Malpractice Traps for the Unwary Real Estate Practitioners
1999
Yuba Sutter Bar Association
Recognizing and Handling Conflicts in an Attorney-Client Relationship
1999
State Bar Conference
Recent Developments in Ethics
1999
Lorman Business Institute
California Ethics
1996
MCLE Program
Ethical Billing Practices
1995
Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum
Recognizing and Avoiding Conflicts in Bankruptcy
1995
Litigation Section
Lawyer as Employer
1994
Litigation Section
Selecting a Jury
Publications
2001
American Bar Association publication
Ethics in Settlement
2001
Sacramento County Bar Association
Recognizing & Avoiding Conflicts of Interest
1998
For The Defense (DRI, Defense Research Institute)
Defending the Real Estate Broker: How Counsel Can Stop the Runaway Train
Languages
English