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Welcome to The Goodman Law Firm

Leading the Charge in Privacy and Internet Regulatory Compliance

At The Goodman Law Firm, we are recognized as leaders in privacy law and internet regulatory compliance. With over 24 years of experience, Linda Goodman and her team of experts specialize in guiding businesses through the complex and ever-changing landscape of digital privacy, data protection, and online marketing compliance.

Unlike traditional law firms, we provide tailored, actionable solutions that empower businesses to operate safely, strategically, and in full compliance with data privacy standards. Our approach combines in-depth legal knowledge with practical, results-driven strategies, ensuring that our clients—ranging from advertisers to affiliate networks, publishers, and more—remain at the forefront of privacy regulation while mitigating risk.

Our Expertise:

  • Privacy & Data Protection Compliance: We offer comprehensive compliance reviews, including business model analysis, risk assessments, and data security policies tailored to your operations. Our services ensure that your company meets the requirements of privacy laws, such as CCPA, and more.
  • Contract & Policy Development: We draft, review, and negotiate contracts, privacy policies, terms of use, and other critical legal documents designed to safeguard your business and align with best practices in internet marketing and privacy compliance.
  • Ongoing Compliance Programs: From developing and implementing robust compliance programs and information security frameworks to monitoring and training compliance programs, we ensure your company remains compliant, proactive, and prepared for any enforcement action.
  • FTC & Advertising Compliance: We help you navigate the complex regulations surrounding advertising, including FTC guidelines and state deceptive advertising standards, offering guidance on content review, compliance monitoring, and risk management.

Why Choose Us?

Our deep understanding of both internet marketing strategies and the ever-evolving privacy laws allows us to provide strategic, customized solutions for businesses at every level. We offer not just legal advice, but also a roadmap for compliance, empowering you to confidently grow your business while safeguarding data, protecting your reputation, and minimizing legal risk.


Linda L. Goodman, Esq.

Founder & Principal Attorney, The Goodman Law Firm

lindaLinda Goodman is a nationally recognized expert in internet privacy, regulatory compliance, and data protection law. With over 37 years of legal experience, Linda has earned a reputation as one of the foremost authorities in navigating the complex intersection of internet marketing and privacy law. Her career began in 2001, where she first gained prominence by successfully defending online businesses against claims from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), state attorney generals in New York, Florida, and Texas, major ISPs, and private litigants across the United States.

Linda’s unique ability to combine her litigation expertise with an in-depth understanding of internet marketing operations has led her to develop comprehensive compliance solutions specifically designed to mitigate risk in the fast-paced and ever-evolving digital landscape. Her tailored compliance programs help businesses proactively comply with federal and state regulations—including privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA, and FTC advertising guidelines—while creating a culture of internal compliance that reduces the risk of government investigations and costly litigation.

As an advocate for practical, business-focused compliance, Linda has successfully implemented these systems for a wide range of internet-based companies, including advertisers, affiliate networks, publishers, lead generators, and e-commerce platforms. Her innovative programs serve as the foundation for clients to establish long-term, scalable compliance practices that are both legally robust and business-savvy.

In addition to her role as outside general counsel to the internet business community, Linda frequently speaks on privacy, data protection, and internet regulatory compliance, and she hosts specialized in-house compliance training programs. Her extensive experience makes her a trusted advisor to companies seeking not only to comply with current regulations but also to anticipate future legal challenges in the digital space.

Linda graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University in 1985 and received her Juris Doctorate from the University Of San Diego School Of Law in 1988. AV rated by Martindale-Hubble, Linda Goodman has represented internet clients before the California Superior and Appellate Courts, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, the U.S. District, Bankruptcy and Tax Courts. She is admitted to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, U.S. Tax Court, the U.S. District Courts of Colorado, the Eastern, Western, Northern, and Southern Districts of California, U.S. District Court, and all California State Courts. She is a member of the Business and Internet Sections of the State Bar of California. She is the author of various articles and presentations pertaining to Internet law, business law, and litigation.

Services

Comprehensive Privacy & Internet Compliance Solutions

As digital innovation rapidly evolves, traditional legal frameworks often struggle to keep pace. At The Goodman Law Firm, we bridge this gap by offering forward-thinking, business-centric legal solutions tailored to the dynamic world of internet marketing and privacy compliance.  Linda Goodman’s extensive experience in both the legal and digital spaces ensures that her clients stay ahead of regulatory changes, mitigate risks, and avoid costly enforcement actions.

We specialize in creating customized, proactive compliance strategies that safeguard businesses and enhance their operation.  Our services include:

Compliance Reviews & Risk Analysis

  • Business Model Review & Risk Assessment: Thorough evaluations of your business model to identify legal and compliance risks related to privacy, data protection, and internet marketing.
  • Contract Development, Review, and Negotiation: Drafting and reviewing contracts that ensure compliance with privacy laws, advertising regulations, and industry standards.
  • Website Policies Development & Review: Tailored privacy policies, terms or use, and other essential documents to align with your specific business model and legal obligations.
  • Website Content & Creative Review: In-depth assessments of content to ensure compliance with FTC regulations, state deceptive advertising standards, and data protection requirements.
  • and more…

Comprehensive Compliance Programs

  • Compliance Program Development & Implementation: Custom-built compliance programs to support ongoing adherence to federal and state regulations, including data protection and consumer privacy laws..
  • Information Security & Data Breach Policy: Creation and review of robust policies to safeguard sensitive data and prepare for potential data breaches in compliance with law such as CCPA.
  • Vetting Programs: Thorough vetting and monitoring of affiliates, networks, publishers, advertisers, and others to ensure compliance across your business.
  • Ongoing Compliance Monitoring: Continuous compliance checks to serve as a first line of defense against regulatory actions and legal disputes.
  • Documented Compliance Programs: Detailed documentation of your compliance practices, policies, and monitoring efforts to defend claims and enforcement actions.
  • Customized Employee Training Programs: Tailored compliance training designed to ensure your team understands and adheres to privacy and regulatory requirements.
  • and more…

Corporate Governance & Business Structuring

  • Business Structure & Compliance Design: Crafting corporate structures that meet third-party compliance standards and promoted regulatory adherence.
  • Diversity & Legal Compliance: Structuring business into divisions or subsidiaries to promote both legal compliance and operational diversity.
  • and more…

Compliance Blog

COVID Marketing Remains High Risk for ALL Products….

By: Linda L. Goodman On November 12th, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced it had sent letters warning 20 more marketers nationwide to stop making unsubstantiated claims that their products and therapies can prevent or treat COVID-19, the disease allegedly … Continued

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FTC Approves Consent Order with Marketer of Product Claiming to Prevent or Treat COVID-19 – Notice Anything Missing????

By: Linda L. Goodman The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) approved a final administrative consent order settling charges that a California-based marketer of a supplement called Thrive, which the FTC claimed consists mainly of Vitamin C and herbal extracts, made baseless … Continued

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You had One Shot and You are Done – FTC Enforcement of Prior Actions Against NutraClick

By: Linda L. Goodman In 2016 a nutraceutical company, NutraClick, ran a very successful campaign using “free” samples of supplements and beauty products.  The only problem with this campaign is that NutraClick charged the consumers who took them up on … Continued

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California has its own CFPB

By: Linda L. Goodman California Assembly Bill 1864 was passed by the legislature in August creating a “Department of Financial Protection and Innovation” under the guise of increasing legal protections for consumers in the financial sector.  However, the new Department … Continued

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Hey!  Don’t forget the FTC’s Internet Mail Order Rule!What?  Never heard of it…neither did the three marketers who the FTC just filed suit

By: Linda L. Goodman The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) filed suit against three online merchandisers for failing to deliver on promises that they could quickly ship products like face masks, sanitizer, and other personal protective equipment (“PPE”) related to the … Continued

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