Scott A. Goodwin

PRO

Scott A. Goodwin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Personal injury Lawyer Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Slip and Fall Accident, Defective and Dangerous Products

About Scott

Biography

Founding Partner of Scott Goodwin Law. I have over 36 years of experience representing injured individuals not corporations. I am past President of the Plaintiffs Trial lawyers in MI ( MAJ ). Recently, received the " Champion of Justice " award form my peers. " Win with Goodwin "

36 Years representing people injured by drunk and negligent drivers . I have successfully representing thousands of people and won millions of dollars over the years on their behalf. " Win with Goodwin"

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

25%
Defective and Dangerous Products 25%

25%
Personal Injury 25%

I have handles thousands of auto accidents cases. Including first party auto no fault cases and third paety pain and suffering cases. Brain injury cases amputations all serious injury cases.

40 years

25%
Slip and Fall Accident 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%

Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 31 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1995

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 39 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1986

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

No contact information is available for this lawyer

Scott A. Goodwin's Reviews

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Posted by Sara | August 01, 2013 | Personal Injury

Resilient, committed, and compassionate.

In regards to personal injury attorneys, Mr. Goodwin is the finest. His tenacity, intellect, and compassion are what make him an exceptional attorney. When he first took on my case, he assured me that I had nothing to worry about other than getting well. He kept me well informed throughout the entire... legal process, explained things very thoroughly, and was always available whenever I had a question or concern. Not once did I feel like I was just another case to Mr. Goodwin. I know that he genuinely cares about my well-being. He worked tirelessly until the case settled. If it weren’t for Mr. Goodwin, I would not have gotten the justice I deserved. I would recommend him to anyone seeking a personal injury attorney because he puts the client’s needs and future first. If you’re seeking an attorney that will deliver winning results, Mr. Goodwin is the attorney you want standing by your side.

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Scott A. Goodwin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Chad Engelhardt

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Goodwin is an exceptional personal injury attorney and dedicated to helping our community. He has undertaken significant charitable and community safety programs and is a leader in the fight for civil justice."

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Judith Susskind

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Gerald Thurswell

Birth injury lawyer

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Chad Engelhardt

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Jesse Reiter

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Champion of Justice Award, Michigan Association for Justice

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

Leaders in the Law, Michigan Lawyers Weekly

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Lawyer of the year, SuperLawyer top 100 & Top 50 Consumer law, MI lawyers weekly, Law and politics magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Top Lawyers in Michigan, DBusiness

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Managing founding Partner, Scott Goodwin Law

Associations

2012 - Present

Michigan Association for Justice

Chairman Judicial Qualifications Committee

2014 - 2014

Michigan Association for Justice

President

2013 - 2014

Michigan Association for Justice

President-Elect

Sample of Legal Cases

motorcyclist 18 years old Traumatic Brain injury

1.25 million

Jordon V church

1 million

JIm doe V American doe trucking

1.8 million dollars awarded

Patton v Farmers Ins

Decision 1.375 million

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Education

1986

Michigan State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Michigan Association for Justice

NO FAULT Institute

2012

MAJ Rapid Fire

Default Judgements

Publications

2015

The MAJ Journal Presidents Page
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