John D. Goldsmith
About John D. Goldsmith
John D. Goldsmith is a lawyer based in St. Petersburg, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. John D. Goldsmith is recognized in the following practice areas:
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Commercial Litigation
- Corporate Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Privacy and Data Security Law
Current Firm: Trenam Law
Education: Yale University, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
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