Atty. Mark Eugene Goodfriend

Atty. Mark Eugene Goodfriend

Mark Eugene Goodfriend is a lawyer practicing litigation, bankruptcy & debt, estate planning and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Encino Encino 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Eugene Goodfriend at a glance

Mark Eugene Goodfriend is an Associate based in Encino, California, practicing at Krane And Smith. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1981). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley (J.D., 1979) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B., 1976). Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Eugene Goodfriend is a lawyer practicing litigation, bankruptcy & debt, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
  • Mark received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Mark practices at Krane & Smith in Encino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Eugene Goodfriend's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Eugene Goodfriend 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Mark Eugene Goodfriend is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Eugene Goodfriend

Where is Mark Eugene Goodfriend's law office located?
Mark Eugene Goodfriend's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is Krane And Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Eugene Goodfriend handle?
Mark Eugene Goodfriend focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Eugene Goodfriend practiced law?
Mark Eugene Goodfriend has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Mark Eugene Goodfriend go to law school?
Mark Eugene Goodfriend earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1976).
How can I contact Mark Eugene Goodfriend for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley
- 1979
A.B.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1981

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