Atty. Gerald D. Goddard

Atty. Gerald D. Goddard

Gerald D. Goddard is a lawyer practicing civil practice litigation, insurance defense, personal injury and 1 other area of law.

Burlington Burlington 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About Gerald D. Goddard at a glance

Gerald D. Goddard is an Attorney based in Burlington, Iowa, practicing at Cray, Goddard, Miller, Taylor & Chelf, LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1974). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1973) and Grinnell College (A.B., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Burlington, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Gerald D. Goddard is a lawyer practicing civil practice litigation, insurance defense, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • Gerald received a A.B. degree from Grinnell College in 1966, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Gerald practices at Cray, Goddard, Miller, Taylor & Chelf, LLP in Burlington, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald D. Goddard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald D. Goddard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Gerald D. Goddard is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Gerald D. Goddard is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Gerald D. Goddard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Iowa →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Gerald D. Goddard is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Burlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gerald D. Goddard

Where is Gerald D. Goddard's law office located?
Gerald D. Goddard's law practice is located in Burlington, Iowa. The firm is Cray, Goddard, Miller, Taylor & Chelf, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald D. Goddard handle?
Gerald D. Goddard focuses on personal injury, employment, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Gerald D. Goddard practiced law?
Gerald D. Goddard has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Gerald D. Goddard go to law school?
Gerald D. Goddard earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1966).
How can I contact Gerald D. Goddard for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald D. Goddard directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Gerald D. Goddard received?
Gerald D. Goddard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1973
A.B.
Grinnell College
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1974

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