Atty. James E. Goodman

Atty. James E. Goodman

James E. Goodman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 2 other areas of law.

Dubuque Dubuque 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About James E. Goodman at a glance

James E. Goodman is a Shareholder based in Dubuque, Iowa. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1988), Illinois (2001), and U.S. Tax Court (2004). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1988) and Illinois State University (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dubuque County, Iowa State (Member, Sections on: Probate and Trust Law), Illinois State and American (Member, Sections on: Real Property, Taxation and Young Lawyers Division) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Dubuque, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Goodman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in Dubuque, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Goodman's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James E. Goodman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Iowa →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James E. Goodman is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James E. Goodman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James E. Goodman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

James E. Goodman is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Dubuque 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 James E. Goodman

Where is James E. Goodman's law office located?
James E. Goodman's law practice is located in Dubuque, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Goodman handle?
James E. Goodman focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James E. Goodman practiced law?
James E. Goodman has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James E. Goodman go to law school?
James E. Goodman earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact James E. Goodman for a consultation?
You can contact James E. Goodman 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 James E. Goodman received?
James E. Goodman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1988
B.S.
Illinois State University
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1988
Illinois
Admitted: 2001
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2004

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