Atty. James Allen Goodman

Atty. James Allen Goodman

James Allen Goodman is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, class actions - all state and federal discrimination claims, employee benefits/erisa-related litigation and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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About James Allen Goodman at a glance

James Allen Goodman is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Epstein Becker And Green P C. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, trade secrets, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Eastern District (1979). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1979) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1975). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Allen Goodman is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, class actions - all state and federal discrimination claims, employee benefits/erisa-related litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • James practices at Epstein Becker & Green, P.C. in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Allen Goodman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Allen Goodman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Trade Secrets

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Allen Goodman

Where is James Allen Goodman's law office located?
James Allen Goodman's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Epstein Becker And Green P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Allen Goodman handle?
James Allen Goodman focuses on employment, business, class action, trade secrets, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Allen Goodman practiced law?
James Allen Goodman has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did James Allen Goodman go to law school?
James Allen Goodman earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact James Allen Goodman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1979
B.S.
University of Oregon
- 1975

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Eastern District
Admitted: 1979

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