Atty. Michael L. Goodman

Atty. Michael L. Goodman

Mr. Goodman is a founding Member of the firm.

Glen Allen Glen Allen 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael L. Goodman at a glance

Michael L. Goodman is a Member based in Glen Allen, Virginia, practicing at Goodman Allen Donnelly. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, ip, health care, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of (1980) and Oregon (1989). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1980) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Glen Allen, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Goodman is a founding Member of the firm
  • He has been listed in: The Best Lawyers in America
  • Virginia's Legal Elite, (Medical Malpractice)(Health Law), Virginia Business Magazine
  • Virginia Super Lawyer (Health Law), Law and Politics: Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine
  • Certified Mediator/Arbitrator, American Academy of Health Care Attorneys
  • Member, Raven Society

Recipient

  • Award of Special Recognition for Creative and Artistic Contributions, Richmond Bar Association
  • ABA Award for Law Newspaper Excellence in Editorial Cartooning, Virginia Law Weekly
  • 2nd Annual 3-D Illustrators Show Award, New York Art Directors Club
  • Award of Merit, Virginia Press Association
  • Law Clerk to the Honorable James C. Turk, Chief Judge, U.S
  • District Court, Western District of Virginia, 1980-1981
  • Adjunct Assistant Professor of Law, T.C
  • Williams School of Law, University of Richmond
  • Affiliate Faculty, Executive Fellowship Program in Health Law, Virginia Commonwealth University

Co-Author

  • "A Survey of Medical Malpractice Damages in Virginia," 33 U.Rich.L.Rev. 919 (1999)
  • "Discoverability of Healthcare Provider Policies and Incident Reports," 39 U.Rich.L.Rev. (2004)

Practice Areas Explained

Michael L. Goodman's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Michael L. Goodman is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Virginia →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael L. Goodman is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Virginia →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Michael L. Goodman is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Virginia →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael L. Goodman is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael L. Goodman

Where is Michael L. Goodman's law office located?
Michael L. Goodman's law practice is located in Glen Allen, Virginia. The firm is Goodman Allen Donnelly. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael L. Goodman handle?
Michael L. Goodman focuses on medical malpractice, ip, health care, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael L. Goodman practiced law?
Michael L. Goodman has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael L. Goodman go to law school?
Michael L. Goodman earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Michael L. Goodman for a consultation?
You can contact Michael L. 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 Michael L. Goodman received?
Michael L. Goodman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1980
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1980
Oregon
Admitted: 1989

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