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Louis J. Goodman

Louis J. Goodman is the founder of his Hayward, California law practice, where he has represented clients in criminal defense, DUI, and domestic violence matters for more than 40 years. Admitted to the California Bar in 1980, he earned his J.D. from UC Hastings College of the Law and his B.A. from the University of Rochester. Mr. Goodman is active in local and statewide legal associations and has been recognized with the Avvo Client’s Choice Award and an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

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Bail For DUI

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Last Modified on Sep 12, 2025

If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), it’s important to know how much your bail is. Bail is a fee that you must pay in order to be released jail before your court date. When you’ve been arrested for a DUI, you’ll…

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Ask A Leading Lawyer: How Many Points Is A DUI?

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Last Modified on Sep 12, 2025

You can’t believe it. You swore it would never happen, it couldn’t. Yet here you are. After a DUI, a million and one thoughts race through your mind. What happens to your license? Will you face jail time? Rehab? Will people ever look at you…

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Dan Callahan / Louis Goodman – Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Dan Callahan – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:03 Welcome to Love Thy Lawyer, where we talk to practicing attorneys about their lives in and out of the practice of law. I’m Louis Goodman, the host of the show, and yes, I’m a lawyer. Nobody’s perfect! Daniel…

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Kenneth McCallion / Louis Goodman – Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Kenneth McCallion – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:06 Welcome to the Love Thy Lawyer podcast, we talk to attorneys about their lives and careers. I’m Louis Goodman. I’m a lawyer. And today I’m talking with attorney, author and professor Kenneth Foard McCallion. Professor McCallion tried federal…

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Richard Zitrin / Louis Goodman – Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Richard Zitrin – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:05 Welcome to Love Thy Lawyer. I’m Louis Goodman. Today, I’m honored to welcome Richard Zitrin to the podcast. An internationally recognized professor of legal ethics, Richard Zitrin started his career representing Johnny Spain in the infamous San Quentin…

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Doug Brown / Louis Goodman – Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Doug Brown – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:03 Doug Brown is an executive business coach with Summit Success International. He’s used his skills and education as an attorney to run several businesses for Connecticut Bar Association and an MBA program. He’s written numerous articles regarding law…

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Hon. Dorothy Proudfoot / Louis Goodman – Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Hon. Dorothy Proudfoot – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:07 In collaboration with the Alameda County Bar Association, this is Love Thy Lawyer where we talk with members of the ACBA about their lives and legal careers. I’m Louis Goodman, the host of the LTL podcast and…

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Roundtable On Qualified Immunity And Section 1983 – Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Roundtable On Qualified Immunity and Section 1983 – Transcript Louis Goodman 0:05 Welcome to the Love Thy Lawyer podcast roundtable. I’m Louis Goodman. Today I’m joined by attorneys Fulvio Cajina and Adam Carlson for a discussion of qualified immunity and Section 1983 litigation. If that…

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Tony Serra / Louis Goodman Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Tony Serra – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:05 Welcome to Love Thy Lawyer. I’m Louis Goodman. Today’s guest needs no introduction. He may be the most famous living legend attorney in America.Tony Serra represented Huey Newton, the Hells Angels, Ellie Nesler, Judi Bari, and Raymond “Shrimp…

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How To Get Charges Dropped For Domestic Violence

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Last Modified on Sep 12, 2025

As a human being, you have certain rights that protect you from the various criminal acts committed daily. For example, you have the right not to be under arrest for a crime you didn’t commit. Bearing the weight of domestic violence charges can be a…

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Cherie Wallace / Louis Goodman – Podcast Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Cherie Wallace – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:04 Welcome to the Love Thy Lawyer podcast. I’m Louis Goodman. Today Cherie Wallace joins us. Cherie is a skilled Bay Area criminal defense attorney with over 15 years of experience. She’s handled numerous felony, misdemeanor, immigration, and civil…

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Adam Carlson/Louis Goodman – Podcast Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Adam Carlson – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:04 I’m Louis Goodman. Welcome to the Love Thy Lawyer podcast. Adam Carlson is currently a managing partner at Casper, Meadows, Schwartz & Cook. His practice focuses on serious personal injury cases, including construction incidents, motor vehicle accidents, products…

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Hon. Mark McCannon / Louis Goodman (ACBA) – Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Hon. Mark McCannon – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:07 In collaboration with the Alameda County Bar Association, this is Love Thy Lawyer, where we talk with members of the ACBA about their lives and legal careers. I’m Louis Goodman, the host of the LTL podcast and…

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Carl Ficks/Louis Goodman – Podcast Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Carl Ficks/Louis Goodman – Podcast Transcript Louis Goodman 00:04 Hello, and welcome to Love Thy Lawyer, where we talk to real lawyers about their lives in and out of the practice of law, how they got to be lawyers and what their experience has been.…

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Marshall Hammons / Louis Goodman – Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Marshall Hammons Louis Goodman – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:03 Hello and welcome to Love Thy Lawyer, where we talk to real lawyers about their lives in and out of the practice of law, how they got to be lawyers and what their experience has been.…

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What Is The Difference Between DUI And DWI Violations?

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Last Modified on Sep 12, 2025

DUI refers to driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. DWI stands for driving while impaired by a prescribed or illegal substance. Both terms are used interchangeably in some states to describe a situation where an individual operates a vehicle under the…

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Jesse Adams / Louis Goodman – Podcast Transcript

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Last Modified on Feb 24, 2025

Jesse Adams – Transcript Louis Goodman 00:04 Hello and welcome to Love Thy Lawyer, where we talk to real lawyers about their lives in and out of the practice of law, how they got to be lawyers and what their experience has been. I’m Louis…

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How Long Does A Felony Stay On Your Record in California?

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Last Modified on Sep 02, 2025

If you are facing a felony offense, it’s safe to say you are thinking about the impact the charge can have on your future. Before you even get into the legal process involved with prosecuting a felony, you may be asking yourself, “How long does…

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