Ms. Kara K. Goodman

Attorney Kara Goodman practices exclusively in family law, drawing from her personal experiences growing up with divorced parents. She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of North Carolina at Asheville, majoring in psychology and minoring in sociology. Kara pursued her Juris Doctorate in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she embarked on her legal journey.

For over nine years, Kara honed her family law practice with one of the nation's leading domestic law firms, passionately advocating for the rights of fathers and husbands. She not only excelled in her legal practice but also mentored and taught other family law attorneys regarding family law and trial advocacy.

With a solid 12 years of legal experience, Kara founded The Goodman Law Firm in 2021, where she continues to practice family law exclusively.

Kara believes that family law is not one-size-fits-all. She takes on roles as an advocate, counselor, and adversary for her clients. Her approach promotes co-parenting and aims to minimize unnecessary conflict in family law matters. She advocates for equitable parenting time when circumstances permit and tailors her representation to each client's unique needs and goals. Kara educates her clients, empowering them to be active partners in their representation and future. She's a dedicated, experienced, and passionate attorney who tirelessly fights for her clients, both in settlement and litigation.

Kara Goodman maintains affiliations with several professional organizations and associations, reflecting her commitment to the legal field. She is a member of the American Bar Association's Family Law Section and the Mecklenburg County Bar’s Family Law Section which highlights her dedication to the practice of family law. Additionally, she member of the North Carolina State Bar and the North Carolina Bar Association. Furthermore, her inclusion in the Bar Leadership Institute's Alumni network underscores her investment in leadership development and the broader legal profession.