Daniel L. Goodkin

Daniel L. Goodkin is a highly regarded real estate and construction litigation attorney with decades of experience representing institutional clients in complex legal matters. Recognized as a Southern California “Super Lawyer”, he provides strategic counsel on risk management, dispute resolution, contracts, and insurance coverage. His expertise spans purchase and sale agreements, landlord-tenant disputes, construction defect claims, and real estate finance litigation.

Daniel earned his Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, in 1987, after completing his Bachelor of Arts at the University of California, Los Angeles, in 1983. His deep understanding of real estate law was further enhanced through his tenure as General Counsel for a national real estate development company, where he developed the “litigation waterfall” strategy—a proactive approach to mitigating legal risks across multiple contracts and transactions.

With a strong background in construction defect risk management, Daniel advises developers on compliance with California’s Right to Repair Act (SB 800) to minimize liability. He has authored Easements and Boundaries: Law and Litigation and has been cited as a leading expert on mold litigation’s impact on commercial properties. His legal insights have helped shape policies for retail, multifamily, and commercial real estate projects.

Daniel L. Goodkin is actively involved in the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Real Estate Section, serving on its Executive Committee and previously chairing its Construction Subsection. He has also served as a Judge Pro Tem for the Los Angeles Superior Court and frequently lectures on real estate litigation, risk management, and construction law. His commitment to client success and in-depth legal expertise make him a trusted advocate in high-stakes real estate disputes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Goodkin APC
• Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Loyola Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California’s
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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