Atty. John Mark Goodman
As a partner in Bradley's Litigation and Construction Practice Groups, John Mark handles a wide variety of litigation matters involving construction disputes, products liability, fraud, breach of contract, intellectual property theft, tax, trucking negligence, and general commercial litigation. A degreed engineer, John Mark enjoys litigating cases involving complicated technical issues.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Birmingham, AL
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About John Mark Goodman at a Glance
John Mark Goodman is a business, construction, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. Educated at University of Virginia (JD, 2006) and Georgia Institute of Technology (BS, 2002). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Mark Goodman
- As a partner in Bradley's Litigation and Construction Practice Groups, John Mark handles a wide variety of litigation matters involving construction disputes, products liability, fraud, breach of contract, intellectual property theft, tax, trucking negligence, and general commercial litigation
- A degreed engineer, John Mark enjoys litigating cases involving complicated technical issues
- He handles all aspects of litigation and has successfully tried several cases to final judgment
- For example, he was part of the trial team that secured a $2.9 billion judgment against Richard Scrushy on behalf of HealthSouth and its shareholders
- John Mark has litigated throughout the Southeast, and his litigation skills have been recognized by Benchmark Litigation and Super Lawyers
Practice Areas Explained
John Mark Goodman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Mark Goodman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Birmingham.
Business & Corporate Law in Birmingham
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Mark Goodman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →
Construction Law in Birmingham
John Mark Goodman is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Alabama →
Product Liability in Birmingham
John Mark Goodman is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Alabama →
Civil Litigation in Birmingham
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John Mark Goodman is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alabama →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Birmingham
Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Birmingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Birmingham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Birmingham-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Birmingham Choose John Mark Goodman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Mark Goodman's practice in the field of business, construction, product liability, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and product liability, John Mark Goodman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Birmingham
A Birmingham-based practice means John Mark Goodman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Mark Goodman Handles in Birmingham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Mark Goodman has experience with under Alabama law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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