Atty. Paul Goodman

Atty. Paul Goodman

Paul Goodman is a lawyer practicing commercial and general civil litigation, domestic relations, family and divorce law. Paul received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Goodman at a glance

Paul Goodman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Marty J. Schwartz, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh, Ninth and Elevent (1991). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Illinois (B.S. Accounting, 1988). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul Goodman is a lawyer practicing commercial and general civil litigation, domestic relations, family and divorce law
  • Paul received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Paul practices at Marty J. Schwartz, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Goodman's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Civil Litigation

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

Paul Goodman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Paul Goodman

Where is Paul Goodman's law office located?
Paul Goodman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Marty J. Schwartz, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Goodman handle?
Paul Goodman focuses on divorce, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul Goodman practiced law?
Paul Goodman has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Paul Goodman go to law school?
Paul Goodman earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Accounting, 1988).
How can I contact Paul Goodman for a consultation?
You can contact Paul 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.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 1991
B.S. Accounting
University of Illinois
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh, Ninth and Elevent
Admitted: 1991

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