On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Supreme Court of New Jersey suspended attorney Christopher John Goodson from practicing law for three years, retroactive to October 10, 2018. The decision stems from a recommendation by the Disciplinary Review Board.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Christopher John Goodson,” with case no. 091435.
Goodson faced disciplinary action following a guilty plea and conviction in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey for conspiracy to commit bank fraud, a violation of 18 U.S.C. §§ 1344 and 1349. The suspension also addresses violations of RPC 8.4(b) and RPC 8.4(c), which relate to criminal acts that reflect adversely on a lawyer’s honesty and to dishonest conduct.
The court stipulated conditions for Goodson’s reinstatement, requiring him to either fully satisfy his restitution obligation or comply with a recognized restitution repayment plan with the federal government. Should the restitution remain unsatisfied upon reinstatement, Goodson must provide quarterly certifications to the Office of Attorney Ethics, detailing his good-faith efforts to fulfill the obligation.
Furthermore, Goodson must adhere to Rule 1:20-20 concerning suspended attorneys. Failure to comply with the Affidavit of Compliance requirement of Rule 1:20-20(b)(15) may impede his reinstatement petition and could lead to further disciplinary actions. The Supreme Court also mandated that the complete record of the case be permanently included in Goodson’s attorney file and that he reimburse the Disciplinary Oversight Committee for costs associated with the prosecution.
According to Avvo.com, Mr. Goodson is a real estate attorney in Montclair, New Jersey. He attended Boston College Law School. He acquired his law license in New Jersey in 1999.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
