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Joshua R. Goodbaum

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Biography

A graduate of Harvard and Yale, and a multiple-time Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” for employment law, Josh Goodbaum represents Connecticut employees and other civil rights plaintiffs in litigation and negotiation.

Partner Joshua Goodbaum with Rob Wiley, of Rob Wiley PC, of Texas, and Maureen Holland, of Holland & Associates, of Tennessee.

Josh’s experience as a Connecticut employment lawyer who represents employees runs the gamut, from discrimination (on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, or national origin) and sexual harassment, to wrongful termination, retaliation, non-competition agreements and other restrictive covenants, contract disputes, and wage and hour issues, including claims for unpaid overtime and commissions. He has counseled employees and executives in the negotiation of separation agreements of all sizes – from less than $25,000 to more than $25 million. He has represented employees in virtually every sector of the Connecticut economy: accounting, banking, construction, entertainment, finance, government, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, insurance, law, manufacturing, and technology. And he has partnered in litigation with leading civil rights organizations, including the AARP Foundation, GLBTQ Legal Advocates and Defenders (GLAD), and the Time’s Up Legal Defense Fund.

Josh’s representation of employees has earned him preeminent status in the Connecticut legal community. Josh has been named the “Lawyer of the Year” for both “Employment Law – Individuals” and “Litigation – Labor & Employment” by The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. He has been recognized by Connecticut SuperLawyers since 2015, when the Connecticut Law Tribune also dubbed him a “New Leader of the Law.” Martindale-Hubbell ranks him at its highest level of professional excellence – AV Preeminent – based on ratings from his fellow lawyers and judges. And since 2019, Lawdragon has included him in its annual list of the Nation’s 500 Leading Plaintiff Employment Lawyers.

Josh’s New Haven-area peers twice elected him to serve in the Connecticut Bar Association House of Delegates, the Bar Association’s governing body. Josh is the Co-Chair of the Bar Association’s Federal Practice Section, which includes many of Connecticut’s most prominent litigators. He previously served as Chair of the Bar Association’s 650-member Labor & Employment Law Section. Josh is an invited member of the Editorial Board of the Connecticut Law Tribune and of the Advisory Board of the New York University Center for Labor and Employment Law. He is a James W. Cooper Fellow of the Connecticut Bar Foundation. And he is an elected member of the Board of Governors and Chair of the Employment Law Committee of the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association (CTLA), which seeks to preserve individual rights within the justice system and protect the rights of plaintiffs – including employees – who are injured through no fault of their own.

Josh earned his law degree from Harvard Law School magna cum laude, reflecting a grade point average in the top ten percent of his graduating class. While at Harvard, Josh served as a Supervising Editor of the Harvard Law Review and Co-Chair of the Public Interest Auction. After law school, he clerked for Associate Justice Neil M. Gorsuch of the Supreme Court of the United States when Justice Gorsuch was a Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. Josh went to college at Yale University, graduating magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, with a degree in history. Between college and law school, he worked for an industrial supply distribution company in Chicago.

Josh is a native of the New Haven area and serves on the Board of Directors of the New Haven Legal Assistance Association and the Ronan-Edgehill Neighborhood Association. In his spare time, he enjoys choral singing, playing tennis, and spending time with his husband, Andrew, and their rescue dog, Mungo.

Representative Matters

Won $1.8 million jury verdict for cardiothoracic surgeon in breach of contract action against his former employer, Hartford Healthcare Medical Group
Lead counsel for senior executive in Title VII and Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act wrongful termination case against large Connecticut employer. Negotiated confidential settlement worth approximately $1 million.
Represented gay sexual harassment victim who was repeatedly propositioned by his boss, the CEO of a prominent Connecticut employer. Negotiated confidential settlement worth approximately $500,000.
Co-counseled with Nina Pirrotti and renowned civil rights attorneys Gloria Allred and Nathan Goldberg in representing five students and alumnae who alleged that their university’s indifferent response to reports of sexual assault and harassment violated Title IX. Case settled for $1.285 million. The university made significant positive changes in its procedures for responding to reports of sexual violence.
Principally drafted the appellate brief that resulted in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit affirming a jury verdict of nearly $2 million in damages for our client, a scientist who blew the whistle on dangerous practices at Pfizer’s Groton, CT laboratory. See McClain v. Pfizer, 505 F. App’x 59 (2d Cir. 2012).
Represented senior executive in age discrimination case against large Connecticut employer. Case settled prior to trial for approximately $2 million.
Principally drafted the appellate brief that resulted in the Connecticut Appellate Court affirming a jury verdict of $307,000 for our client, Jeffrey Nelson, after his former employer, Tradewind Aviation, defamed him by insinuating without any proof that he had been terminated for cause and used illegal drugs. See Nelson v. Tradewind Aviation, 155 Conn. App. 519 (2015). Subsequently drafted successful opposition to defendant’s petition for certification to the Connecticut Supreme Court. See 316 Conn. 918 (2015) (denying petition).
Represented numerous executives and professionals in litigation and negotiation concerning non-competes and other restrictive covenants, resulting in less restrictive agreements that permitted the employees to pursue other opportunities.
Represented several dozen skilled service providers, including massage therapists and aestheticians, in wage and hour dispute with international spa company. The case was resolved to the parties’ satisfaction.
Represented insurance agent for national insurance company under Connecticut free speech statute after agent’s contract was not renewed following his complaints about fraudulent insurance practices. Case settled for $350,000.
Represented two female restaurant servers who were fired after complaining about sexual harassment and sexual assault by their manager, resulting in a confidential settlement.
Represented three female employees of a small New Haven-area business who were subjected to grotesque sexual comments and harassment by the business’s owner, resulting in confidential settlement following mediation.

Representative Speaking Engagements

DEI in the Law, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2024)
70 Years of Success for the Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, CTLA Annual Meeting (Jun. 2024)
Political Speech at Work, NYU Annual Conference on Labor and Employment Law (May 2024)
The Annual Labor & Employment Law Update, Connecticut Bar Association Advanced Labor & Employment Law Symposium (Mar. 2024)
Students for Fair Admission v. Harvard and Its Tax and Other Implications, Federal Tax Institute of New England (Nov. 2023)
Employment Law After Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard & UNC, Connecticut Bar Association Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Summit (Oct. 2023)
Anatomy & Structure of a Civil Lawsuit, U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut’s Warren W. Eginton Justice Institute (Jul. 2023)
Pay Transparency, Non-Competes, Arbitration Clauses, and Non-Disclosure Agreements: The Next Frontiers in Labor and Employment Law, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2023)
The Annual Labor & Employment Law Update, Connecticut Bar Association Advanced Labor & Employment Law Symposium (Mar. 2023)
Workers’ Compensation and Its Collaboration with Other Tangential Benefits: Family and Medical Leave Acts and Disability Law, Connecticut Trial Lawyers Foundation (Feb. 2023)
The New Age in Medicine: Cognitive Testing of Doctors Age 65 and Over, Quinnipiac University School of Law (Feb. 2023)
An Interview with Emily Bazelon, Connecticut Bar Association Federal Practice Section Bench-Bar Conference (Oct. 2022)
The Annual Labor & Employment Law Update, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2022)
Topics in Sexual Harassment Law: Office Romances, and the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021, Federal Bar Association (May 2022)
COVID 18 Months Later: The Employment Problem that Never Goes Away, Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association webinar (Oct. 2021)
Why Lawyers Are So Unhappy; or Why My Work Works for Me, U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut Summer Intern Program (Jul. 2021)
The Annual Labor & Employment Law Update: The COVID Years, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2021)
Cutting Edge Issues In Representing LGBTQ+ Workers, National Employment Lawyers Association Virtual Convention (Jul. 2020)
LGBTQ+ Employment Rights: A Focus on the Supreme Court's Landmark Decision, American Association for Justice Webinar (Jun. 2020)
What You Need to Know as Employers Reopen the Workplace, Connecticut Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Section Webinar (Jun. 2020)
Is There a Future for Non-Competes? A Discussion of Recent Trends at the State and Federal Level, Connecticut Bar Association Labor and Employment Law Section Virtual Meeting (Jan. 2020)
Ten Things HR Professionals Can Do to Avoid Getting a Letter from Me, Southern Connecticut Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management 2019 HR Summit (Sept. 2019)
Federal Court Discovery: A to Z, Connecticut Bar Association CLE program (Mar. 2019)
The Annual Labor & Employment Law Update, Connecticut Bar Association Advanced Labor & Employment Law Symposium (Mar. 2019)
Managing Employee Speech: What’s Free & What’s Not, Connecticut Business & Industry Association Annual Human Resources Conference (Mar. 2019)
Workplace Absence: How to Avoid Pitfalls Caused by the Interplay of Disability, Medical Leave, and Workers’ Compensation Law, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2018)
Federal, State & Local Protections for LGBT Workers: The Evolving Legal Landscape, National Employment Lawyers Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2018)
The Annual Labor & Employment Law Update, Connecticut Bar Association Labor & Employment Conference (Mar. 2018)
Defending LGBT Workers from Discrimination, National Employment Lawyers Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2017)
Transgender Issues in the Workplace, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2017)
CHRO: How to Bring or Defend an Employment Case, Connecticut Bar Association Young Lawyers Section (Apr. 2017)
The Annual Labor & Employment Law Update, Connecticut Bar Association Labor & Employment Conference (Mar. 2017)
Advocating for LGBTQ Elders, Connecticut Bar Association Elder Law & Human Rights Sections (Feb. 2017)
Campus Sexual Assault Investigations: A (Very Brief) Introduction, District of Connecticut Bench-Bar Conference (Oct. 2016)
The Annual Labor & Employment Law Update, Connecticut Bar Association Labor & Employment Conference (Mar. 2016)
Employment Law Developments in Connecticut’s State & Federal Courts, Connecticut Bar Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2015)
U.S. and Connecticut Supreme Courts Update, Connecticut Bar Association Labor & Employment Conference (Dec. 2014)
Introduction to Wage & Hour Law, Connecticut Women’s Education and Legal Fund (CWEALF) (Nov. 2014)
Discovery of Comparator Evidence,National Employment Lawyers Association Annual Conference (Jun. 2014)
U.S. Supreme Court Update, Connecticut Bar Association Labor & Employment Conference (Dec. 2013)

Representative Publications

How to Become an Employment Lawyer, American Bar Association “After the Bar” (April 2023)
Bostock in Blue States: Understanding the Employee Rights Decision in Connecticut and Beyond, Connecticut Lawyer (September/October 2020)
SCOUTUS Ruling on Standard of Proof in Certain Race Discrimination Claims Will Have Limited Impact in Connecticut, Connecticut Law Tribune (March 31, 2020)
Damages in Common-Law Employment Cases (with Joseph D. Garrison), in The Comprehensive Guide to Economic Damages (N. Fannon & J. Dunitz eds., 5th ed. 2018)
Conn. Court Says Goodbye to Garcetti: Recent Ruling Enhances Protections for Employee Whistleblowers, Connecticut Law Tribune (Oct. 27, 2015)
The Supreme Court of Stability?: Employment Law in the U.S. Supreme Court, Connecticut Law Tribune (Jul. 27, 2015)
Handling Suspected Employee Theft, Connecticut Law Tribune (Apr. 27, 2015)
Workplace Bullying: A Problem for Everyone, Connecticut Law Tribune (Dec. 22, 2014)
Alternative Dispute Resolution: Court Reaffirms Commitment to Enforcing Agreements, Connecticut Law Tribune (Mar. 3, 2014)
Recent Case— Right to a Fair Trial, 121 Harv. L. Rev. 2238 (2008).

Client Experiences

My case settled a few months ago and I still think of Nina and Josh often and the absolutely stellar way they handled the case from beginning to end. They have given me more than a financial settlement...they gave me back my dignity. I regard my 4 years of teamwork with Nina and Josh as one of the greatest "projects" that I ever managed and an unfortunate but perfectly acceptable way to end a career when the first preference was illegally taken away. Nina and Josh are legal rock-stars and I'm sure there are many great lawyers out there, but it is their compassion for their clients situation that sets their firm apart and certainly made all the difference to me.— R.S.

I contacted the office online and got a prompt response. Joshua Goodbaum was of great help and was kind enough to follow up with me afterwards to see how things were going. Strongly recommend!!— E.T.

This the second time I have worked with this firm, the first being a significant issue 30+ years ago. They were genuine, compassionate, patient and successfully resolved the situation. Having just had the pleasure of working with Josh Goodbaum I can say that those qualities have continued over time. They are without doubt an 11 on a scale of 1-10.— A.M.

I recently worked with Josh Goodbaum to help navigate an employment issue. When I spoke with Josh I was impressed with his understanding and empathy towards my issue. Josh was direct, honest and thorough in his assessment of the situation. His expertise in employment law helped me get back to work as quickly as possible. I would recommend Josh 100%.— B.W.

I recently retained Josh Goodbaum to help me with an unfortunate work related issue. I had never needed a lawyer before and was feeling very anxious about the situation. Josh was kind, honest and very knowledgeable. He listened, presented options clearly and responded quickly to questions, even after hours and on weekends. I felt that Josh truly cared about getting me the most desirable outcome, which he did and then some! Highly recommend.— Jennifer

I consulted with Josh Goodbaum at Garrison Law because I am a cancer survivor and was struggling with how to deal with my disability at work. I’m so glad I worked with Josh. He was incredibly helpful. He kept me informed every step of the way. And he was able to negotiate for me a resolution that achieved what I was hoping for. If you need an employment lawyer in Connecticut, I’d strongly encourage you to contact Josh.— J.M.G.

Josh Goodbaum truly outperformed my expectations. He was calm and steadfast throughout the entire process. He is a great communicator. Together, we were able to lay out a plan that in the end, not only got myself the outcome I was hoping for, but undoubtedly saved me valuable time and money as well. I cannot thank Josh and his firm enough for coming through for me in this time of uncertainty and stress. It pays to have someone like Josh Goodbaum in your corner! Thank you!— D.T.

Never in my lifetime did I ever expect to need a labor lawyer. I found myself faced with a work issue that was devastating and I had no idea how to navigate the situation. I contacted a friend who is a lawyer and he recommended The Garrison Law Firm. I was extremely fortunate to have Josh Goodbaum assigned to my case. From our first meeting I felt heard and understood. The emotional toll I was experiencing was overwhelming. Josh took time and care to meet with me regularly and he returned my calls and emails in a timely manner. This feeling of commitment to me and my case reduced my stress level significantly. Josh always had my best interest at heart and thoroughly discussed my options with me so I could make the best decision for me and my family.

Josh Goodbaum’s knowledge of the law, practice of the law, combined with his genuine compassion and empathy for my situation resulted in a successful settlement. Having Josh represent me during the most difficult time of my life gave me peace of mind. I am forever grateful for his professionalism, experience and being an all around wonderful person. He put stability and joy back in my life.— L.D.

I was extremely nervous to have to take the step of finding a lawyer to support me in getting reasonable accommodations at work, but I am so happy that I contacted this firm and specifically got to work with Josh Goodbaum. It was evident from our very first interaction that Josh cared about me and was very skilled at his job. He had a great amount of knowledge and was very prompt in his communication, keeping me in the loop during the entire process. Josh is efficient, empathetic, and will be your best advocate. If you’re struggling to find a lawyer or to even take that next step, look no further than Josh Goodbaum.— C.C.

This world is changing so fast. People who can help you need to be more than their job description. That’s Josh Goodbaum. I needed a skilled employment lawyer and got one, but I also got a wonderful, caring man who inspired my confidence in him every time we spoke. He kept me up to date via email and phone, constantly reassuring me and making the whole process much less stressful.— C.M.

Joshua Goodbaum is an exceptional lawyer, very relatable and responsive. Highly recommend him and the firm.— F.S.

I had a wonderful experience with Joshua Goodbaum. I consulted with him regarding concerns about a non-compete agreement from a previous employer. He was knowledgeable and took care in reviewing all possible outcomes and scenarios and I felt very confident in his advice. He was also quick to respond to emails and extremely personable. Would highly recommend!— M.B.

Josh Goodbaum represented me with an employment non-compete issue and can’t thank him enough for his help. He was very responsive and assisted me through a difficult situation which had a very favorable outcome for me. Would recommend Josh and the firm to anyone seeking legal counsel.— N.M.

I retained Josh Goodbaum to represent me in a wrongful termination. He was not only extremely intelligent, he was efficient, factual and empathetic. His communication was timely and detailed. I never felt that I had to contact him to be apprised of my case. He was very easy to work with and very approachable. I highly recommend Josh Goodbaum.— Nancy

Josh Goodbaum and Steve Fitzgerald represented my husband in a three-week trial in Hartford Superior Court involving his employer’s breach of his contract. I am grateful that the jury came back on our side and compensated us for what we lost, and I am just as grateful for Josh and Steve’s incredible advocacy and support. That first day in court, I was so nervous that I wanted to throw up, cry, and go home. But Josh in particular was so calming and reassuring that I knew I could do it and that we could prevail, which we thankfully did. If you need an employment lawyer in Connecticut, you should not hesitate to contact Josh Goodbaum and Steve Fitzgerald at the Garrison firm!— V.P.

Attorney Joshua Goodbaum was an excellent listener and made me feel comfortable. I would encourage anyone who has experienced harassment at work to contact him.— V.M.

Attorney Goodbaum was very compassionate and dedicated to working with me in an unfortunate situation. He was very knowledgeable, attentive and determined. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking his type of services!— C.V.

Let me just say that I almost never take the time to write reviews for anything, but the service Joshua Goodbaum provided me during one of the most stressful times of my life was simply outstanding. I was constantly impressed by his efficiency and attention to detail. I was surprised with how much work he was able to get done in a limited amount of time, which when you're paying by the hour means a lot. He did a tremendous job explaining my situation and the legal system in general in a way that I could understand. Being the little guy going against a bigger company I was really afraid when my case first started. Once I hired Joshua I felt much more at ease. We were able to achieve the outcome I desired and I know that his expertise was the biggest reason why. This is the man you want fighting for you! I cannot recommend him highly enough!!!— D.M.

Joshua Goodbaum was fantastic in helping me negotiate a new employment contract. I was concerned about finding a lawyer who would help me get the best outcome while allowing me to maintain good relations with my potential employer. Joshua was a first-rate advocate in this delicate situation. He walked me through all the issues, explained everything thoroughly, and made recommendations without pressuring me. I felt so much better about accepting my offer knowing that Joshua was in my corner and had helped me get some important changes to my contract. Also, I had been nervous about the cost of retaining a lawyer, but Joshua knows his stuff so well that my case took him very little time. I highly recommend Joshua! — K.W.

If you have experienced sexual harassment or discrimination due to sex, race, or otherwise in your workplace, Joshua Goodbaum is a fierce advocate and capable and empathetic attorney. Dealing with illegal behavior and injustices in the workplace is a stressor in its own right, and pursuing legal action can be entirely another, but Josh is a port in a storm and the knowledgable, ethical, and incredibly fair person you want in your corner. — R.P.

During a challenging and difficult time in my professional life Josh Goodbaum provided skilled professional guidance and support. He was frank, honest and professional, yet also possessed unique qualities not often found in todays attorneys, compassion, patience and kindness. Josh is extremely knowledgable and very straightforward with his assessment of what the possible legal issues I may be dealing with were and how best to address them. He made a difficult time easier, I felt I was heard and given solid advise on options to move forward. Can not recommend Josh and his law firm enough. — R.B., Simsbury, CT

I retained Josh Goodbaum to help me with an employment issue. I am grateful to him for his objective compassion, knowledge, and guidance. Josh is intelligent, thoughtful, responsive, and a great communicator -- all qualities you appreciate while working through difficult decisions. — C.R., Fairfield, CT

Joshua represented me with regards to an extremely sensitive workplace matter that required a true expert in this area of employment law. Joshua is that expert. His tactful, empathetic, yet strategic approach in protecting my interest as I dealt with a very traumatizing experience resulted in the best outcome possible and I will always be grateful for his help. I learned first-hand the basis for Joshua's impeccable reputation and it's because of this that I continue to reach out to him as a resource for any legal advice or reference outside his area of expertise. I fully endorse and highly recommend Attorney Joshua Goodbaum. — J.H., Branford, CT

Fantastic outcome and experience - you need to use Josh Goodbaum! Took my employment separation case to Josh and he really took the time to listen and understand my situation. He not only wanted to know what happened, he was also sympathetic to what I was going through. We discussed the outcome I hoped to receive from my case, and Josh gave me all the options to pursue and the probability of success for each one. We decided on a course of action and he took it from there. Throughout the process Josh kept me informed every step of the way, communication was fantastic and all issues were reviewed and cleared with me before he proceeded. Josh delivered beyond my expectations, he removed the legal blocks on my future employment and negotiated a larger settlement then I expected. I highly recommend Josh Goodbaum for help with your employment issues. — M.W., Shelton, CT

If I could give 10 stars for my experience with Josh Goodbaum I would! He had a wonderful ability to be both sympathetic to my situation, and also pragmatic. And his responsiveness was crazy good! Best interaction with any professional I have ever had! — J.C., Glastonbury, CT

I had an excellent experience with Josh Goodbaum. He is an effective negotiator and extremely knowledgeable about employment law. He was very responsive, responding to my questions and providing me with feedback on the status of negotiations within hours or less. His advice was practical, objective and sound, making it possible to sort out complicated questions and possible scenarios in a clear-eyed way. I highly recommend him as an advocate for employment related issues. — Former Client

I was a client of Josh Goodbaum and was very impressed. He offered sound advice, was very straightforward, honest and fair in his billings. I choose an hourly fee structure, gave an initial deposit and was refunded the amount not used. He gave expert advice and didn't exaggerate his hours. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again. — Former Client

Joshua Goodbaum was a life saver. From our very first meeting, he told us exactly what we needed to hear - the truth. We learned about the state of the law, how it applied to our situation, and our various options. We left Josh's office with a strategy that was fluid enough to adapt to things as they continued to unfold. He was always available and accessible, and kept bringing us back to center. We ultimately achieved an excellent result for reasonable legal fees. Our highest recommendation. — J.G.

I submitted the questionnaire online and was contacted within 2 days. I met with Josh Goodbaum and had a truly enlightening experience. Josh went over my case in detail and explained all of my options. I asked many questions which he patiently answered. When I left, I truly felt that every penny of the fee was well spent. His opinions led me to the proper decision, and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a patient and knowledgeable lawyer. On a follow-up call, which he returned the same day, I was again very pleased with his opinion and demeanor. Again, if you need a good lawyer, Josh is the right person. — R.B.

I recently worked with Josh Goodbaum on a sensitive personal matter. He was outstanding. He listened to what I had to say, carefully and thoughtfully, and worked with me to craft a careful response to the “other side.” He was very skilled at finding a way to communicate directly, strongly, but not aggressively. He was committed to successful resolution. I could not recommend Josh more highly. — D.B.

I had a very positive experience working with Josh, he was extremely professional, extremely knowledgeable and really knew about CT employment laws. He kept me informed every step of the way. Josh was very empathetic toward my wife and myself and advised us on the best course of action with what we were dealing with. I would recommend Josh to anyone who needs an employment attorney. — S.P., East Haddam, CT

Josh helped me through a very difficult time in my life. He was kind, sympathetic and encouraging. I would highly recommend attorney Goodbaum. — D.C., Hamden, CT

I chose Josh to take my case after meeting with several different attorneys. Although they all wanted to work with me on a case I filed against a former employer, I chose Josh because he was easy to talk to and sympathetic to the emotional aspects of my situation. He never spoke down to me, and always involved me in decisions on how to proceed or respond. He was also honest with me about strengths and weaknesses of my case. He was responsive to all emails and phone calls and took the time to answer questions and explain things that needed detail. Don't let his friendly demeanor fool you - when it came time to go in front of a judge or interact with the defense counsel, he was amazing. Articulate, intelligent and extraordinarily savvy, I always felt like I was in the best hands. It's not surprising he was able to help settle my case to my satisfaction. Highly recommend Josh and his firm! — R.H., Windham, CT

Josh Goodbaum was the associate attorney on my case. With Josh Goodbaum's extensive research, knowledge and guidance I felt confident during the whole process of my case. Josh is a passionate lawyer who puts everything into every aspect of the case. Josh is honest about all the variables that play into your case and the timeline of the settlement. He kept me informed during the process and calm throughout the whole thing. To be in a situation that requires a lawyer for employment law is difficult enough, the right lawyers are the deciding factors in the result of your case. I felt blessed to have found Josh Goodbaum and have him by my side during the process. I would highly recommend Josh Goodbaum and Garrison law to anyone who is dealing with harassment or unfair labor practices. I'm blessed to have him as a lawyer however when you have Garrisons law firm on your side you are apart of a family. — D.S., Uncasville, CT

When I became unemployed for the first time in my life at 53 years old, I was very apprehensive about my first meeting with Josh Goodbaum, to say the least. As the time passed, I realized what a competent, educated, and genuinely kind man he was. My apprehension soon vanished, and the outcome was better than I ever expected. I would highly recommend Josh Goodbaum to anyone needing assistance with employment cases. — M.O., Seymour, CT

I recently found myself in need of a lawyer in handling a dispute with my former employer. I was fortunate to retain Josh Goodbaum as my legal counsel. His legal skills knowledge and professionalism shone through in every step of the process resulting in a very positive result. I highly recommend Josh if you find yourself in need of legal counsel. — S.R., Guilford, CT

Josh Goodbaum handled my brother’s employment case. He was very professional and he kept me up to date on everything pertaining to his case. Dealing with Josh was a joy. I never felt nervous at any time. I would not only recommend the law firm of Garrison Levin-Epstin, I would highly recommend having Josh Goodbaum as your lawyer. — L.E., West Haven, CT

Josh Goodbaum is a passionate lawyer who puts everything into every aspect of the case. Josh is honest about all the variables that play into your case and the time line of the settlement. He kept me informed during the process and calm throughout the whole thing. To be in a situation that requires a lawyer for employment law is difficult enough, the right lawyers are the deciding factors in the result of your case. I felt blessed to have found Josh Goodbaum and have him by my side during the process. I would highly recommend Josh Goodbaum and Garrison law to anyone who is dealing with harassment or unfair labor practices. I'm blessed to have him as a lawyer. However when you have Garrison law firm on your side, you are a part of a family. — D.S., Uncasville, CT

Josh Goodbaum is one of the most compassionate attorneys I have ever met. His knowledge and guidance is what got me through one of the most difficult experiences of my life. The legal system can be both intimidating and confusing. At times you tend to question yourself and ask if it’s all worth it. Josh assured me the entire time that I was doing the right thing. I never had to call and ask what was going on. Josh kept me briefed on a regular basis and never gave me inaccurate or unrealistic time frames. I knew what to expect and when. In the end we reached to a mutual resolution to my case. — Former Client

I can’t imagine having anyone else by my side. I would highly recommend Garrison, Levin-Epstein, Fitzgerald & Pirrotti, P.C. (and specifically Josh Goodbaum) to anyone that is facing unfair labor practices or harassment of any kind. — T.M., North Branford, CT

I had lost my job two weeks into my maternity leave. I thought I had a case, but I was exhausted and consumed with fear for the future. After meeting with Josh Goodbaum, I immediately had a sense that he would take care of my family. As much as I was blown away with how personable Josh was, I was also stunned to watch him work. It is clear that this is Josh’s calling. He was by my side every step of the way, taking the time to answer every question and concern and to reassure me. Without him, I am not sure I would have had the courage to stand up and fight. To anyone needing legal help, there are not words to express what a good choice I made. I hope you choose the Garrison firm’s assistance in your journey, and I hope things go as well for you as they did for my family. — N.B., North Windham, CT

Josh Goodbaum’s professional experience was evident in the way he handled my case. I had no idea what to expect, seeing I had never spoken to a lawyer before. But I was immediately put at ease, and each visit to his office was like visiting family. I felt like I had known him forever. I can’t thank him enough. — C.G., Hopkinton, RI

Joshua R. Goodbaum

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Josh’s experience in Connecticut employment law runs the gamut, from discrimination and sexual harassment, to wrongful termination, retaliation, non-competition agreements, and contract disputes.

Client Experiences

Advocating for Employees since 1977