Howard S. Goldman, Business Attorney in Needham, Massachusetts
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and HOA · 4.6/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
PartneratGoldman & Pease, LLC
Needham, MA
Practicing business in Needham since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 9 client reviews
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Howard S. Goldman is a partner based in Needham, MA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and HOA. Howard has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goldman & Pease, LLC. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
- Based in
- Needham, MA
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Business · General · HOA
- Handles Business, General, and HOA matters from Needham, MA.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Howard S. Goldman: Howard S. Goldman is a partner based in Needham, MA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and HOA. Howard has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goldman & Pease, LLC. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Howard takes on
Howard concentrates on business, general, hoa, landlord/tenant, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Howard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases in Needham, Massachusetts
Howard takes business matters in Needham, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
General cases in Needham, Massachusetts
Howard takes general matters in Needham, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
HOA cases in Needham, Massachusetts
Howard takes hoa matters in Needham, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Landlord/Tenant cases in Needham, Massachusetts
Howard takes landlord/tenant matters in Needham, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Needham, Massachusetts
Howard takes litigation matters in Needham, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Howard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Howard S. Goldman — business lawyer in Needham
Howard S. Goldman is a partner based in Needham, MA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and HOA. Howard has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goldman & Pease, LLC. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 9 client reviews.
Howard Goldman concentrates his practice in business law for closely held companies, real estate, litigation, conveyancing, condominium law, civil litigation, and financing. Mr. Goldman has been admitted to practice law in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
In service to the legal and business community, Mr. Goldman regularly provides lectures for members of both the Institute of Real Estate Managers and of the Community Association Institute, non profit, national real estate trade organizations. In addition, Mr. Goldman is an active member of the Massachusetts and Norfolk County Bar Associations. Mr. Goldman serves on a panel that provides mediation screening services through the Alternative Dispute Resolution Program at the Boston Municipal Court. In his hometown of Needham, Massachusetts, Mr. Goldman serves on the Zoning Board of Appeals, and on the Boards for the Temple Beth Shalom Brotherhood and the Newton-Needham Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Goldman formerly served on the Board of the Needham Education Foundation, a non-profit that supports innovative educational programming in the public schools of Needham. Mr. Goldman is also a former board member of the Smaller Business Association of New England (SBANE) and served on the Board of Directors of the Jewish Big Brother & Sister Association of Massachusetts. In August 2011, he was appointed to the Federal District Court’s Pro Bono Mediation Program, where he serves as an advocate for indigent parties at select Federal Court mediations in civil litigation matters.
Mr. Goldman is an honors graduate from Cornell University, where he received his B.A., and from Boston University School of Law, where he received his law degree. Attorney Goldman is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, the Federal District Bankruptcy Court, and the U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit. Mr. Goldman has three sons and is an active coach in basketball and baseball teams. He also is an avid tennis player and competes on a USTA tennis team.
Howard's approach to business cases
Howard Goldman concentrates his practice in business law for closely held companies, real estate, litigation, conveyancing, condominium law, civil litigation, and financing. Mr. Goldman has been admitted to practice law in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In service to the legal and business community, Mr. Goldman regularly provides lectures for members of both the Institute of Real Estate…
Clients Howard works with
Howard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and hoa matters in Needham and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Boston University
J.D. · 1983
Cornell University
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Howard's state bar admissions
Rhode Island U.S. Di
1990 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1984 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1983 · ACTIVE
Howard studied at J.D. in Boston University and B.A. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Howard completed J.D. in Boston University and B.A. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Howard runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Howard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Howard's professional memberships and bar associations
Boston, Rhode Island and Massachusetts Bar Associations
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Locations
Howard S. Goldman's office in Needham
Howard's primary office is at 160 Gould Street, Suite 320, Needham, MA, 02494. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Howard S. Goldman — 4.6/5 rating from 9 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Howard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Needham.
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How to hire Howard S. Goldman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Howard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Howard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Howard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Needham, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Howard
Howard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Howard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Howard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Howard S. Goldman
How much does it cost to hire Howard for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Howard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Howard offer a free consultation?
Howard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Howard's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Howard's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Howard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Howard take my case if I'm outside Needham?
Howard is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Howard will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Howard?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Howard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Howard accepting new business clients right now?
Howard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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