Atty. Joel A. Goodman

Atty. Joel A. Goodman

Joel A. Goodman is a lawyer practicing securities arbitration, commodities litigation, securities class action.

Clearwater Clearwater 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel A. Goodman at a glance

Joel A. Goodman is a Member based in Clearwater, Florida, practicing at Goodman and Nekvasil, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on class action, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1972), Pennsylvania (1972), and Florida (1989). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—) and American University, Washington College of Law (—). Serands clients in Clearwater, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel A. Goodman is a lawyer practicing securities arbitration, commodities litigation, securities class action
  • Joel received a degree from American University, Washington College of Law, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Joel practices at Goodman and Nekvasil, P.A. in Clearwater, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel A. Goodman's Areas of Practice

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

Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Joel A. Goodman is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Clearwater are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel A. Goodman

Where is Joel A. Goodman's law office located?
Joel A. Goodman's law practice is located in Clearwater, Florida. The firm is Goodman and Nekvasil, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel A. Goodman handle?
Joel A. Goodman focuses on class action, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Joel A. Goodman practiced law?
Joel A. Goodman has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Joel A. Goodman go to law school?
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How can I contact Joel A. Goodman for a consultation?
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Education

American University, Washington College of Law JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress
American University, Washington College of Law
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1972
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1972
Florida
Admitted: 1989

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