Judge James J. Goodman: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Florida Bar #: 71877 (October 9, 2009)

Appointed By: Gov. Richard L. Scott

Biography

Hon. James J. Goodman is a judge for the 14th Judicial Circuit Court of Florida. He was appointed to the bench by former Governor Rick Scott in 2017, filling the vacancy created by the resignation of the Hon. Hentz McClellan.


The 14th Judicial Circuit includes Bay, Calhoun, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, and Washington Counties. Goodman has held assignments in Bay County and Jackson County, presiding over the Family Division and the Civil Division.


Prior to his appointment, Goodman managed his own private practice. In addition to his law practice, he served as an attorney for the Holmes County Board of Commissioners, the Washington County Board of Commissioners, the Holmes County School Board, the Washington County School Board, the Town of Esto, and the Town of Wausau.


Before entering into solo practice, Goodman was an assistant state attorney with the Office of the State Attorney for the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit. He also worked as an associate at Balch & Bingham, LLP and was a personnel and assistant general manager for the Denver Broncos (2006 to 2009).


He received a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of Florida in 2000. Goodman then completed a J.D. from Florida State University College of Law in 2003.

Recent Cases by Hon. James J. Goodman

On June 10, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

13 Files
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Jun 10, 2024

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Circuit

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Bay County, FL

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Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

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Jun 10, 2024

On June 7, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

9 Files
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Jun 07, 2024

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Active

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Circuit

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Bay County, FL

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Commercial

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General Commercial

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Jun 07, 2024

On June 7, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

12 Files
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Jun 07, 2024

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Active

Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Circuit

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Bay County, FL

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Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

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Jun 10, 2024

On June 6, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

13 Files
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Jun 06, 2024

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Active

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Circuit

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Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Torts

Matter Type

Automobile

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Jun 07, 2024

On June 5, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

6 Files
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Jun 05, 2024

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Bay County, FL

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Creditor

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Jun 06, 2024

On June 5, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

12 Files
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Jun 05, 2024

Status

Active

Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

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Jun 06, 2024

On June 4, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

13 Files
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Jun 04, 2024

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Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

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Jun 04, 2024

On June 3, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

17 Files
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Jun 03, 2024

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

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Jun 04, 2024

On June 3, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

9 Files
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Jun 03, 2024

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Circuit

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Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

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Eminent Domain

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Jun 03, 2024

On June 3, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

5 Files
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Jun 03, 2024

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Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Torts

Matter Type

Automobile

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Jun 03, 2024

On May 31, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

9 Files
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May 31, 2024

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

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Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

Case Last Refreshed

Jun 03, 2024

On May 31, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

7 Files
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May 31, 2024

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Circuit

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Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Torts

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Automobile

Case Last Refreshed

Jun 03, 2024

On May 31, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

5 Files
Filed

May 31, 2024

Status

Active

Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Torts

Matter Type

General Negligence

Case Last Refreshed

Jun 03, 2024

On May 31, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

12 Files
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May 31, 2024

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Active

Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

Case Last Refreshed

May 31, 2024

On May 30, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

7 Files
Filed

May 30, 2024

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Active

Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Torts

Matter Type

Automobile

Case Last Refreshed

May 31, 2024

On May 30, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

10 Files
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May 30, 2024

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Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

Case Last Refreshed

May 30, 2024

On May 28, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

13 Files
Filed

May 28, 2024

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

Case Last Refreshed

May 29, 2024

On May 25, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

4 Files
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May 25, 2024

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May 28, 2024

On May 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

2 Files
Filed

May 24, 2024

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Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Torts

Matter Type

General Negligence

Case Last Refreshed

May 24, 2024

On May 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

11 Files
Filed

May 24, 2024

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Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Foreclosure

Case Last Refreshed

May 28, 2024

On May 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

6 Files
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May 24, 2024

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Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

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Circuit

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Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Creditor

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General Creditor

Case Last Refreshed

May 24, 2024

On May 24, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

8 Files
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May 24, 2024

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Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Property

Matter Type

Eminent Domain

Case Last Refreshed

May 24, 2024

On May 23, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

7 Files
Filed

May 23, 2024

Status

Active

Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Torts

Matter Type

General Negligence

Case Last Refreshed

May 23, 2024

On May 23, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Bay County. Judge GOODMAN, JAMES J JR presiding.

6 Files
Filed

May 23, 2024

Status

Active

Judge

Hon. GOODMAN, JAMES J JR Trellis Spinner 👉 Discover key insights by exploring more analytics for GOODMAN, JAMES J JR

Court

Circuit

County

Bay County, FL

Practice Area

Creditor

Matter Type

General Creditor

Case Last Refreshed

May 24, 2024

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