Business Details
Trusted Rockwall Family Law & Criminal Defense Representation
At The Goodman Law Firm, we have dedicated our practice to providing personalized legal representation in family law and criminal defense matters. With over 24 years of experience serving clients in Rockwall, Kaufman, Hunt, Collin, and Dallas Counties, we prioritize building one-on-one relationships to deliver compassionate counsel during life's most challenging moments. Our founder, Michael E. Goodman, brings unique insight as a former chief felony prosecutor, enabling strategic defense strategies and realistic case assessments.We maintain a small firm structure to ensure direct attorney access, having successfully handled 4,000+ cases and 300+ bench trials while remaining deeply committed to community service. Our practice focuses on protecting client rights through transparent communication, whether navigating complex divorces, child custody disputes, or criminal charges.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Criminal Defense
Child Support
Drug Possession
DWI Defense
Annulment
Probation Violation
Theft Crimes
Domestic Violence
Highlights and features
- 24+ years of combined legal experience in family law and criminal defense
- Former chief felony prosecutor provides unique defense insights
- Direct attorney communication with every client
- 300+ bench trials successfully litigated
- Community-focused practice serving North Texas families
What people say
Generous heart
Best attorney
Professional and timely
Spot-on advice
Trusted community member
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm guides clients through Texas divorce proceedings with strategic counsel on property division, spousal support, and residency requirements. We prepare cases for negotiation or trial while maintaining realistic expectations about potential outcomes. With deep knowledge of Texas family law, we protect client interests in contested or uncontested divorces.
Child Custody
We advocate for favorable custody arrangements considering the child's best interests. Our experience includes modifying existing orders, establishing visitation rights, and addressing conservatorship disputes. We help clients navigate joint or sole managing conservatorship determinations while protecting parental rights throughout the legal process.
Criminal Defense
Leveraging former prosecutor experience, we defend against felony and misdemeanor charges including drug possession, assault, and DWI. Our approach challenges evidence admissibility, prosecutorial standards, and procedural violations to reduce or dismiss charges while ensuring constitutional rights protection throughout the criminal justice process.
Child Support
We handle child support establishment, enforcement, and modification cases based on Texas guidelines. Our representation addresses income changes, custody modifications, and medical coverage adjustments while advocating for fair financial arrangements that serve the child's long-term interests and parental capabilities.
DWI Defense
Our specialized DWI defense challenges chemical test validity, procedural compliance, and evidence collection methods. We protect clients against license suspension, fines, and criminal records through strategic negotiations or trial representation while explaining complex DUI laws in accessible terms for informed decision-making.
People
Michael E. Goodman
Attorney & Founder
With nearly 20 years of legal practice, Michael Goodman provides dedicated family law and criminal defense representation in North Texas. A former chief felony prosecutor, he combines prosecutorial insight with compassionate advocacy to protect client rights across 4,000+ cases while maintaining active community involvement.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, spousal support negotiations, annulments, and child support modifications throughout North Texas counties.
Do you provide free initial consultations?
Yes, we offer free 30-minute consultations to discuss your legal situation and develop an appropriate strategy for family law or criminal defense matters.
How does your criminal defense approach differ?
As a former chief prosecutor, we leverage insider knowledge to challenge evidence admissibility, procedural violations, and prosecutorial standards for reduced charges or dismissals.
Can child custody arrangements be modified?
Yes, we help modify custody orders when significant life changes occur, ensuring arrangements reflect the child's best interests and current family circumstances.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Rockwall, Kaufman, Hunt, Collin, and Dallas Counties with centralized office locations for client convenience.
