Atty. John Alan Goodman

Atty. John Alan Goodman

John Alan Goodman is a lawyer practicing general practice, accidents, criminal and traffic and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Bel Air Bel Air 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About John Alan Goodman at a glance

John Alan Goodman is a Member based in Bel Air, Maryland, practicing at John A. Goodman. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1972) and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1980). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1972) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Harford County and Maryland State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Bel Air, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Alan Goodman is a lawyer practicing general practice, accidents, criminal and traffic and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at John A. Goodman in Bel Air, MD

Practice Areas Explained

John Alan Goodman's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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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.

John Alan Goodman is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Alan Goodman

Where is John Alan Goodman's law office located?
John Alan Goodman's law practice is located in Bel Air, Maryland. The firm is John A. Goodman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Alan Goodman handle?
John Alan Goodman focuses on wills, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has John Alan Goodman practiced law?
John Alan Goodman has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John Alan Goodman go to law school?
John Alan Goodman earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact John Alan Goodman for a consultation?
You can contact John Alan 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 John Alan Goodman received?
John Alan Goodman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1972
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1980

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