Apr 16, 2025
Get to Know Justice Goethals
With nearly 50 years in the legal profession, Hon. Thomas Goethals (Ret.) brings a rare combination of courtroom grit, intellectual humility, and deep personal conviction to his new role as a neutral at ADR Services, Inc. From criminal trials that captured national headlines to complex civil matters resolved quietly in chambers, Justice Goethals’ legal career has been defined by integrity, thoughtfulness, and a commitment to finding the truth even when the answers are uncomfortable. Now, as a mediator and arbitrator, he’s putting his experience to work helping parties reach meaningful resolutions.