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The Goodman Law Firm
Family Law · Charlottesville, VA · Est. 1979
Serves Charlottesville, Virginia and Central Virginia
Last Crawled by AI
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Updated by Lantern
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About
The Goodman Law Firm is a criminal defense practice in Charlottesville with over 45 years of experience defending clients throughout Central Virginia. Founded by Scott Goodman, a former prosecutor with decades of trial experience, the firm now includes his son Alex Goodman, also a former prosecutor. They handle a comprehensive range of criminal matters including felonies, misdemeanors, DUI/traffic offenses, juvenile and domestic criminal cases, protective orders, gun rights restorations, appeals, expungements, probation violations, and animal seizure cases.
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What Sets The Goodman Law Firm Apart
Dual Former Prosecutor Background
Extensive Trial Experience
Comprehensive Case Coverage
200+ Jury Trials
Scott Goodman has tried nearly 200 cases before juries
Former Prosecutors
Both attorneys prosecuted before defending — they know how the state works
Available 24/7
Free consultations day or night — call anytime
Leadership
Name
Scott GoodmanTitle
Founding AttorneyCredentials
45+ years criminal law experience, former prosecutor, 200+ jury trials, taught criminal law at State Police AcademyExplore The Goodman Law Firm
Felony Criminal Defense
Expert felony defense for violent, property, drug, and white collar crimes in Virginia courts.
Misdemeanor Criminal Defense
Experienced legal representation for misdemeanor charges in Central Virginia with over 45 years of combined expertise.
DUI & Traffic Defense
Experienced DUI and traffic defense representation in Central Virginia with over 45 years of practice.