Jack Goodchild
Law Offices of Jack Goodchild • Encino, CA
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Contact
Email
Phone
(818) 403-3739
Address
16133 Ventura Blvd #1250, Encino, CA, 91436-2425, US
Professional
About
Jack Goodchild, Senior Partner at the Law Offices of Jack Goodchild in Encino, CA, brings over three decades of dedicated legal experience to the table, championing the rights of injured and disabled individuals. Renowned for his tenacity and commitment, Mr. Goodchild holds the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating, a testament to his exceptional legal acumen and ethical standards. As a certified Workers’ Compensation Law Specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, Mr. Goodchild is deeply committed to advocating for injured workers. His extensive practice also encompasses personal injury and Social Security disability cases, where he passionately represents clients against powerful insurance entities. Mr. Goodchild views himself as a “David” battling the “Goliath” of the insurance industry, fighting tirelessly to restore the lives of working-class individuals who have been profoundly affected by injuries or disabilities. Born in Antwerp, Belgium, and raised in the United States, Mr. Goodchild draws inspiration from his parents, both Holocaust survivors and dedicated advocates for the underprivileged. This foundation has fueled his lifelong mission to secure essential medical treatment, compensation, and benefits for those in need. Mr. Goodchild earned his cum laude B.A. in English from the State University of New York, Stony Brook, in 1971, followed by a Juris Doctor from the State University of New York, Buffalo, in 1974. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1975 and has since established a formidable presence in the legal community, founding his own firm in 1989. In addition to his practice, Mr. Goodchild serves as a Judge Pro Tem for the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board and has advised the California Legislature. He is an active member of several legal associations and currently leads the Los Angeles Valley Applicants Attorneys Association as President. Outside of his legal pursuits, Jack Goodchild is a devoted family man, enjoying quality time with his wife, two children, and dog, as well as his hobbies of skiing and cycling.
About Social Security Law
Social Security attorneys help individuals obtain disability benefits and retirement benefits. They guide clients through the application and appeals process. Common matters include disability benefits, ssdi claims, ssi claims, appeals.
Credentials
Education
1974 State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law Juris Doctor 1971 State University of New York, Stony Brook BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2017 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2016 Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California 2016 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2015 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Associations
2015 - Present California Applicants' Attorneys Association chapter President 2015 - Present California Applicants' Attorneys Association Board Member 1981 - Present U.S. Supreme Court Admitted 1975 - Present State Bar of California Attorney 2014 - 2017 State Bar of California, Workers Compensation Section Executive Committee
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Updated: May 25, 2026