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Atty. Jack Goodchild

Atty. Jack Goodchild

Jack Goodchild is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, civil litigation, social security disability and 3 other areas of law. Jack received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Encino Encino 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Jack Goodchild at a glance

Jack Goodchild is a Senior Partner based in Encino, California, practforg at The Law Offices Of Goodchild And Duffy A Professional Law Corporation. They haand 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1974) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A. English, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of San Fernando Valley and American Bar Associations California Applicants' Attorney Association Consumer Attorneys of California Association of Trial Lawyers of America Workplace Injury Litigation Group. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jack Goodchild is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, civil litigation, social security disability and 3 other areas of law
  • Jack received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Jack practices at The Law Offices of Goodchild & Duffy, A Professional Law Corporation in Encino, CA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Where is Jack Goodchild's law office located?
Jack Goodchild's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is The Law Offices Of Goodchild And Duffy A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Jack Goodchild practiced law?
Jack Goodchild has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Jack Goodchild go to law school?
Jack Goodchild earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. English, 1971).
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What awards or recognition has Jack Goodchild receiandd?
Jack Goodchild's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1974
B.A. English
State University of New York at Stony Brook
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981

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