Atty. Michael David Goodman

Atty. Michael David Goodman

Michael David Goodman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, taxation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Northbrook Northbrook 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael David Goodman at a glance

Michael David Goodman is a probate, estate planning, and tax attorney based in Northbrook, Illinois. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1962) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Eastern Districts of Illinois (1962). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1962) and Harvard University (A.B., 1959). Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael David Goodman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, taxation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Michael practices in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David Goodman's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Michael David Goodman is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

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.

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

Tax Law

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

Michael David 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 Northbrook 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 Michael David Goodman

Where is Michael David Goodman's law office located?
Michael David Goodman's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David Goodman handle?
Michael David Goodman focuses on probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael David Goodman practiced law?
Michael David Goodman has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Michael David Goodman go to law school?
Michael David Goodman earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (A.B., 1959).
How can I contact Michael David Goodman for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1962
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1959

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1962
U.S. District Court, Northern and Eastern Districts of Illinois
Admitted: 1962

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