About Us – GoodyLawFirm

Mission & Vision

Justice Isn't Just Our Business — It's Our Purpose

At GoodyLawFirm, we believe every person deserves access to world-class legal representation, regardless of the complexity of their case. Our mission is to provide strategic, ethical, and compassionate legal counsel that empowers clients to navigate life's most challenging moments.

Our vision is to be the most trusted law firm in the region — not just for our courtroom victories, but for the lasting relationships we build and the communities we serve. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professional excellence and personal accountability.

Our Vision

To be the most trusted legal partner in every community we serve, delivering justice with integrity.

Our Mission

To provide expert, ethical legal representation while keeping clients informed, empowered, and confident.

Our Foundation

The Core Values That Guide Us

Every decision we make, every case we take, and every relationship we build is guided by these foundational principles.

Integrity

We practice law the right way — with honesty, transparency, and an unwavering commitment to ethical conduct. Our clients trust us because we have earned that trust through consistent, principled action in all we do.

Excellence

Mediocrity has no place in legal representation. We pursue excellence in every brief we write, every argument we make, and every negotiation we lead. Good enough is never good enough for our clients.

Compassion

Legal problems are human problems. We approach each case with genuine empathy, taking time to truly understand the full picture of your situation and what matters most to you personally.

Client-First

Your goals are our goals. We structure our entire practice around your needs, keeping communication open, fees transparent, and strategies aligned with what you want to achieve in your life and business.

Innovation

The legal landscape is constantly evolving. We invest continuously in legal education, technology, and new strategies to stay ahead and deliver the most current, effective solutions for every client.

Community

We are deeply committed to the communities we serve. Through pro bono work, legal clinics, and community outreach, GoodyLawFirm gives back and works to make justice accessible for everyone.

Our Journey

25 Years of Legal Excellence

From a two-person office to one of the region's most respected firms, our growth reflects our dedication to our clients and our community. Every milestone was achieved because clients trusted us with what mattered most.

1998

The Founding

James Goody and Robert Hayes established GoodyLawFirm with a focus on corporate and criminal law, operating from a single downtown office with five staff members.

2003

Expansion of Practice Areas

Added family law and real estate divisions, growing the team to 15 attorneys and opening a second office in Midtown to serve a growing client base.

2009

State Bar Recognition

Received the State Bar Association's Law Firm Excellence Award for outstanding client service and ethical practice, cementing our reputation as a premier firm.

2015

Personal Injury Division Launch

Launched a dedicated personal injury division, quickly recovering over $50 million in settlements for injured clients within the first three years of operation.

2020

Digital Transformation

Introduced secure client portals, virtual consultations, and AI-assisted legal research, making legal services more accessible and efficient during challenging times.

2024

National Recognition

Named among the Top 50 Law Firms in the Nation by LegalElite magazine. Our team now spans 40+ attorneys across four offices, still guided by the same founding principles.

Our Community Commitment

GoodyLawFirm provides over 500 hours of pro bono legal services every year. We believe access to justice should not be a privilege — it should be a right for every person in our community.

Free monthly legal aid clinics
Law school scholarship sponsorships
Veterans' legal assistance program
Domestic violence survivor advocacy

Recognition

Awards & Accreditations

Our commitment to excellence has been recognized by some of the most prestigious organizations in the legal industry.

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Top 50 Law Firms

LegalElite National Rankings – 2022, 2023, 2024

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Best Law Firm

State Bar Association Excellence Award – 6 consecutive years

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Super Lawyers

12 attorneys listed in Super Lawyers – 2024 edition

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AV Preeminent Rating

Martindale-Hubbell's highest peer review rating for ethics & ability

Diversity & Inclusion

A Firm That Reflects the World We Serve

At GoodyLawFirm, we believe diversity is not just a policy — it is a strength. Our team represents a wide spectrum of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, allowing us to better serve every client who walks through our doors.

We actively recruit, mentor, and promote attorneys from underrepresented groups and maintain a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination in any form. Our diversity initiatives include mentorship programs, unconscious bias training, and partnerships with diverse bar associations nationwide.

55%

Women attorneys on staff

40%

Minority-identifying attorneys

Languages spoken by our team

100%

Equal pay commitment

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