ROBERT GOODMAN
Scarsdale,NY
Summary
Attorney with a proven track record of building strong client relationships and delivering clear legal advice. Expertise in thorough case analysis and effective evidence presentation ensures comprehensive support tailored to client needs. Committed to client advocacy and fostering teamwork, quickly adapting to new environments while contributing to collective success. A positive attitude and passion for continuous learning drive professional growth.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Housing Attorney
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Represented clients in negotiations, settlements, and court proceedings effectively.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case arguments and strategies.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, for various clients.
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Presented compelling oral arguments in court hearings and trials that resulted in favorable rulings for clients.
- Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues with subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
- Negotiated favorable settlements, minimizing time spent in court.
- Negotiated settlements to avoid trial, saving clients time and money.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE
NYC DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
01.2014 - 06.2024
- Conducted hearings, examined respondents and witnesses, reviewed testimony and documentary evidence, findings of fact, decisions, and imposed penalties in connection with violations and requirements of the New York City Traffic Laws.
LAW OFFICES OF CAROL LILIENFELD
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Negotiated commercial lease agreements for clients, advised clients on contracts, handled all facets of civil matters including; depositions, motion practice, negotiating settlements, trial preparation.
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE
OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE TRIALS & HEARINGS
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Presided over hearings involving violations of the New York City Administrative Code & Rules of The City of New York; evaluated witnesses, rendered decisions and imposed penalties.
ASSISTANT DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Prepared and presented disciplinary cases from inception through trial including; legal research, drafted charges, negotiated settlement agreements, interviewed witnesses and conducted conferences and trials at OATH.
ASSOCIATE
MUJICA & GOODMAN
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Handled all facets of landlord/tenant matters from intake to disposition and enforcement, duties included negotiating settlements, preparing and arguing motions and daily court appearances; extensive client contact.
ASSOCIATE
RAPPAPORT, HERTZ, CHERSON & ROSENTHAL
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Daily court appearances concerning and relating to landlord/tenant matters; conducted trials, prepared pleadings, motions and memorandums of law.
LAW INTERN
SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGAL AID
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Conducted Arraignments; interviewed clients and assisted in negotiating pleas.
LAW INTERN
HONORABLE DIANE A. LEBEDEFF, NEW YORK STATE SUPREME COURT JUSTICE
01.1992 - 01.1993
- Worked alongside the Hon. Diane A. Lebedeff; assisted with preparing decisions and orders and conducted legal research.
Education
J.D. -
TOURO COLLEGE, JACOB D. FUCHSBERG LAW SCHOOL
Huntington, NY05.1995
B.A. - Music
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN
West Haven, CT05.1990
Skills
- Case management
- Trial experience
- Legal writing
- Court procedures
- Legal research
- Legal drafting
- Court preparation
- Settlement negotiation
- Negotiation
- Litigation
- Westlaw expertise
- Legal document preparation
Timeline
Housing Attorney
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley
01.2025 - 09.2025
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE
NYC DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
01.2014 - 06.2024
LAW OFFICES OF CAROL LILIENFELD
01.2012 - 01.2013
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE
OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE TRIALS & HEARINGS
01.2006 - 01.2011
ASSISTANT DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
01.2004 - 01.2005
ASSOCIATE
MUJICA & GOODMAN
01.1998 - 01.2000
ASSOCIATE
RAPPAPORT, HERTZ, CHERSON & ROSENTHAL
01.1996 - 01.1998
LAW INTERN
SUFFOLK COUNTY LEGAL AID
01.1994 - 01.1995
LAW INTERN
HONORABLE DIANE A. LEBEDEFF, NEW YORK STATE SUPREME COURT JUSTICE
01.1992 - 01.1993
B.A. - Music
UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN
J.D. -
TOURO COLLEGE, JACOB D. FUCHSBERG LAW SCHOOL
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