Atty. Eric S. Goodison
Eric S. Goodison is a lawyer practicing commercial, bankruptcy & debt, corporate finance and 2 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 38+ Years Experience
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About Eric S. Goodison at a Glance
Eric S. Goodison is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1988). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1987) and University of Pennsylvania (B.S., 1982). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric S. Goodison
- Eric S. Goodison is a lawyer practicing commercial, bankruptcy & debt, corporate finance and 2 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Eric practices at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in New York, NY
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Eric S. Goodison's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric S. Goodison handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Eric S. Goodison is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Eric S. Goodison is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →
Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
Eric S. Goodison is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Eric S. Goodison
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric S. Goodison's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric S. Goodison brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and m&a, Eric S. Goodison can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Eric S. Goodison attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric S. Goodison Handles in New York
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