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About Jeffrey P. Goodman

"My clients only have one case. Losing isn’t an option and they need lawyers with a proven track record of winning." Jeffrey is a relentless advocate for his clients, known for his creativity in the courtroom. Jeffrey is a trial lawyer who focuses on complex and high-profile cases around the globe. Primarily representing victims in mass disasters, Jeffrey has set numerous records for the largest settlements and verdicts in history.

He holds the records for: the largest settlement in American history arising from a construction accident ( $1.2 billion - Surfside Condominium Collapse ); the largest settlement in American history for a train accident ( $265 million - Derailment of Amtrak Train 188 ); and the largest settlement in American history for a maritime disaster ($150+ million - Sinking of Stretch Duck 07). In addition to obtaining record breaking settlements, Jeffrey is one of Pennsylvania’s most prolific trial lawyers, obtaining dozens of multimillion dollar courtroom victories including a $68.5 million verdict in the case of Est. of Marhunoa v. OCF Construction in 2024. In 2023 and 2024, Jeffrey was lead trial counsel in obtaining six jury verdicts in excess of $5 million, three of which were in excess of $10 million. Jeffrey is based out of the Philadelphia office, however his unique cross-border litigation experience leads him to routinely represent clients throughout the United States and internationally.

Practice areas

Education

Temple University
J.D., 2010
The George Washington University
Undergraduate, 2007

Bar admissions & credentials

State Bar of Pennsylvania
State Bar of New Jersey

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