Atty. Lawrence S. Goodman

Atty. Lawrence S. Goodman

Lawrence S. Goodman is a lawyer practicing business, employee benefits, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence S. Goodman at a glance

Lawrence S. Goodman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Levun, Goodman & Cohen, LLP. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1967). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1967) and University of Wisconsin (B.B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lawrence S. Goodman is a lawyer practicing business, employee benefits, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Lawrence practices at Levun, Goodman & Cohen, LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence S. Goodman's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Lawrence S. Goodman is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Lawrence S. Goodman is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Lawrence S. Goodman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

Lawrence S. Goodman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Lawrence S. Goodman is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lawrence S. Goodman

Where is Lawrence S. Goodman's law office located?
Lawrence S. Goodman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Levun, Goodman & Cohen, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence S. Goodman handle?
Lawrence S. Goodman focuses on estate planning, employment, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Lawrence S. Goodman practiced law?
Lawrence S. Goodman has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Lawrence S. Goodman go to law school?
Lawrence S. Goodman earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Lawrence S. Goodman for a consultation?
You can contact Lawrence S. 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 Lawrence S. Goodman received?
Lawrence S. Goodman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1967
B.B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1967

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