Edward S. Goodman

Edward S. Goodman, known as Ted to his clients and colleagues, is a dedicated partner at Simonson Goodman Platzer PC. With a career spanning over 30 years, he has focused his practice on fighting for victims of personal injury and medical malpractice throughout New York and New Jersey. From Camden to Buffalo, Edward has helped clients secure fair compensation, including multiple million-dollar verdicts. His work includes one of the top three highest medical malpractice verdicts in New York State in 2010, demonstrating his skill and commitment to those who have been harmed by negligence.

Edward earned his J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law, graduating in 1995. His strong legal education and decades of courtroom experience have shaped him into a respected advocate known for sharp legal strategy and compassionate support for his clients.

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers in America, Edward has been named to the Best Lawyers list for personal injury since 2013. He has also been selected to the Super Lawyers list every year since 2011. Clients and peers alike appreciate his dedication to excellence both in and out of the courtroom. He has argued numerous appeals before the Appellate Division of the State of New York, further strengthening his clients’ cases.

Beyond his private practice, Edward S. Goodman serves the legal community through membership on the New York State Bar Association Law Practice Management Committee and as a past member of the Tort Committee for the Association of the Bar of the City of New York. He has also given back through pro bono work for victims applying to the September 11th Compensation Fund. As a village judge and active board member of his local homeowners’ association, Edward remains dedicated to his community while protecting the rights of injury victims across the region.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Simonson Goodman Platzer PC
• Member, New York State Bar Association, Law Practice Management Committee
• Former Member, Association of the Bar of the City of New York, Tort Committee

Licensed State

• New York
• New Jersey

Education

• Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Cornell University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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