Olivia M. Goodman

Olivia M. Goodman is a Florida criminal defense lawyer at O’Brien Hatfield whose practice focuses on complex criminal litigation, trials, and appellate matters. She represents clients in federal and state criminal cases and appeals. Her work includes researching legal issues, preparing motions and briefs, developing case strategy, and advocating in contested proceedings. Her background includes experience in private practice and federal criminal matters.

Olivia earned a B.S. in Family Science from the University of Maryland, College Park. She later received her J.D., cum laude, from the University of Florida Levin College of Law. She received a Presidential Scholarship and earned Dean’s List honors each semester. She received a Book Award for the highest grade in Social Science, Crime, and the Law. She participated in the Journal of Law and Public Policy, Criminal Law Association, and law school ambassador program.

Olivia began her legal career as an associate at Rissman, Barrett, Hurt, Donahue, McLain & Mangan, P.A. She analyzed case documents and medical records, developed litigation strategy, and prepared dispositive motions and other significant filings. Her experience at the United States Attorney’s Office in Baltimore included researching federal criminal issues and drafting memoranda and motions. She supported federal prosecutors in criminal court.

Olivia M. Goodman continues to focus on criminal trial and appellate work involving state and federal matters. She handles cases requiring detailed legal research, written advocacy, strategic motion practice, and courtroom preparation. Her experience spans private civil defense work, federal criminal matters, and appellate litigation. She brings a background in legal writing, case development, and advocacy to clients facing serious criminal charges and convictions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, O’Brien Hatfield
• Member, Florida Bar

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Florida Levin College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Maryland
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

Awards & Badges