Atty. Michael J. Good
Michael J. Good is a lawyer practicing general practice, real estate, tax law and 18 other areas of law.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving Brooklyn, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About Michael J. Good at a Glance
Michael J. Good is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Michael J. Good. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, car accidents, dui/dwi, and drug crimes. Admitted to practice in New York (1985) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1997). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1984) and New York University (B.S. Accounting, 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Brooklyn and New York State Bar Associations Inns of Court. Serves clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael J. Good
- Michael J. Good is a lawyer practicing general practice, real estate, tax law and 18 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from New York University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Michael practices at Michael J. Good in Brooklyn, NY
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Michael J. Good's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Good handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Brooklyn.
Divorce in Brooklyn
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Wills in Brooklyn
Michael J. Good is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New York →
Car Accidents in Brooklyn
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael J. Good is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in New York →
DUI / DWI Defense in Brooklyn
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Michael J. Good is one of 29,739 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in New York →
Drug Crimes in Brooklyn
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Brooklyn
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Brooklyn are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Brooklyn Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Brooklyn-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 Brooklyn Choose Michael J. Good
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 Michael J. Good's practice in the field of divorce, wills, car accidents, dui/dwi, and drug crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael J. Good brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Michael J. Good can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, wills, and car accidents, Michael J. Good can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Brooklyn
A Brooklyn-based practice means Michael J. Good attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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