Barry Goodman, founding partner of the Goodman Acker law firm in Southfield, has been honored with the Jessie P. Slaton Award by the Detroit Association of Black Organizations.
The award was presented at DABO’s recent 46th Annual State of the Race Address and Dinner, recognizing Goodman’s contributions to justice, equity, and community service.
Presented annually, the Jessie P. Slaton Award celebrates individuals whose work exemplifies the spirit and legacy of Jessie Pharr Slaton — a pioneer in Detroit’s civil rights movement and one of the first Black women to break barriers in public service and law.
“I’m deeply honored to receive an award named after Jessie P. Slaton, a true trailblazer whose fight for equity paved the way for so many,” says Goodman. “It’s a privilege to be recognized by an organization like DABO, which continues to do vital work to uplift Detroit’s underserved communities.”
Goodman’s legal career spans more than four decades, rooted in a lifelong commitment to helping others seek justice. Inspired by his father’s struggle following a workplace injury, Goodman pursued a career as a plaintiff’s attorney with a singular mission: to ensure everyday people have access to the courts and a fair chance at recovery.
