Atty. Kara K. Goodman
Attorney Kara Goodman practices exclusively in family law, drawing from her personal experiences growing up with divorced parents. She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of North Carolina at Asheville, majoring in psychology and minoring in sociology.
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About Kara K. Goodman at a glance
Kara K. Goodman is a Founder & Managing Attorney based in Matthews, North Carolina, practicing at The Goodman Law Firm, PLLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2009). Educated at Charlotte School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of North Carolina at Asheville (B.A., 2005). Active member of American Bar Association North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Bar Association Mecklenburg County Bar. Serands clients in Matthews, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Attorney Kara Goodman practices exclusively in family law, drawing from her personal experiences growing up with divorced parents
- She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of North Carolina at Asheville, majoring in psychology and minoring in sociology
- Kara pursued her Juris Doctorate in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she embarked on her legal journey
- For over nine years, Kara honed her family law practice with one of the nation's leading domestic law firms, passionately advocating for the rights of fathers and husbands
- She not only excelled in her legal practice but also mentored and taught other family law attorneys regarding family law and trial advocacy
- In 2021, Kara founded The Goodman Law Firm, which focuses on family law exclusively
- Kara believes that family law is not one-size-fits-all
- She takes on roles as an advocate, counselor, and adversary for her clients
- Her approach promotes co-parenting and aims to minimize unnecessary conflict in family law matters
- She advocates for equitable parenting time when circumstances permit and tailors her representation to each client's unique needs and goals
- Kara educates her clients, empowering them to be active partners in their representation and future
- She's a dedicated, experienced, and passionate attorney who tirelessly fights for her clients, both in settlement and litigation
- Kara Goodman maintains affiliations with several professional organizations and associations, reflecting her commitment to the legal field
- She is a member of the American Bar Association's Family Law Section and the Mecklenburg County Bar’s Family Law Section which highlights her dedication to the practice of family law
- Additionally, she member of the North Carolina State Bar and the North Carolina Bar Association
- Furthermore, her inclusion in the Bar Leadership Institute's Alumni network underscores her investment in leadership development and the broader legal profession
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in North Carolina
Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Matthews are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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