Neil R Crane

Neil R Crane

4.7
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 42 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Hamden, CT
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy ... +2 more

26719 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT

About Neil

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

Helping Connecticut residents solve seemingly overwhelming financial matters since 1983. We provide personalized services and customized solutions for Chapter 7, 11 & 13 bankruptcy

39 years | 10,000 cases

20%
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy 20%

We provided effective legal representation and debt relief to thousands of small to mid-sized businesses throughout Connecticut. Our business bankruptcy lawyers have the knowledge and dedication to provide innovative solutions to achieve debt relief.

39 years | 3,000 cases

20%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 20%

We are we are the largest provider of Chapter 13 relief in Connecticut.

39 years | 5,000 cases

20%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 20%

We have a history of over 30 years of success, which proves Chapter 7 bankruptcy has helped thousands of CT residence obtain the financial fresh start they so desperately need and deserve.

39 years | 8,000 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 42 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1983

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Location

Law Offices of Neil Crane, LLC

26719 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT, 06518-2919

Law Offices of Neil Crane, LLC

58 Holmes Avenue, Waterbury, CT, 06710

Law Offices of Neil Crane, LLC

10 Middle Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

Law Offices of Neil Crane, LLC

750 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, CT, 06067

Law Offices of Neil Crane, LLC

440 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT, 06877

Law Offices of Neil Crane, LLC

11 Pearl Street, 2nd Floor, New Haven, CT, 06511

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Neil R Crane's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Bankruptcy & Debt

Posted by Thomas | November 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney

A fresh start through Neil Crane

It’s a miserable situation, to be drowning in debt. Constantly getting phone calls from creditors, never seeming to be able to catch up, it seemed like the harder I worked the deeper I’d go. I contacted the law office of Neil Crane with no prior knowledge of Mr. Crane or his track record. His office ...had the highest google review rating so I started there. I spoke with Mr Crane on the phone, and by the end of the conversation I knew that I was dealing with someone who had done this many times in his career and had seen many cases just like mine. The same elements were found in the staff from the front desk and down the line. Great people. I was doing really bad financially so it was a ironic situation to be in when it came down to the price for me to get filed. It costs a lot of money to tell your creditors that you don’t have any money. A word of advice when working with this office is to have at least 2-$3,000 dedicated to paying for your filing, that way you can pay off your fees and get your life back. It may sound like a lot of money, but compared to living with a ton of debt and worrying about losing your things daily, it was a small price to pay. Don’t treat this situation like you’re dealing with a creditor. I finally got filed on my second attempt because I couldn’t make the installment payments on my filing fees. Mr. Crane called me personally to let me know he was dropping me because a few months had went by without me giving any money. In a nutshell pay the money and they WILL do the job for you and to a VERY high standard.The overall time frame was about 3 months just like Mr. Crane had explained in our first meeting. The Law Office of Neil Crane did EXACTLY what they promised and for that I am grateful. I recommend them highly.

Posted by Kevin | February 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Team

Going through a bankruptcy is an incredibly stressful situation. I cannot imaging going through one without the council of Neil and his team. While they are there to represent you they also support you every step of the way. Not only are they amazing attorneys, they are incredible people. Neil, A...udra and Jim thank you for all that you did for me. Your hard work and thoughtfulness were so greatly appreciated by me. Kevin C

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

You don't always get what you pay for

Mr. Crane was hired to assist in some debt/bankruptcy issues. It was unfortunate that things did not turn our better and that he did not follow through. It may be because he is a very busy lawyer but when you pay for a service you expect, well, the services! We paid him to review our case and he fail...ed to follow through or help in anyway. He was very unprofessional and actually made me feel uncomfortable. It was a shame that we wasted time and money attempting to work with him. Sadly, he took the money and said, good luck. I do not think he was professional in the way that he approached our case and he didn't move forward with us or explain anything relating to the case, despite paying him. Do your homework before hiring this lawyer.

Posted by Katie | April 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

New Beginning

Attorney Crane and Attorney Heffernan gave me a new start. After my divorce in 2013, I was trying to support me and my son on one income and ended up in a tough situation. I was scared I would lose my house. I knew after my first visit with Atty Crane everything would be okay. He knew exactly w...hat needed to be done. He and the other Attorneys were great, and Mary, she was terrific. I cannot say enough about the Law Offices of Neil Crane. I have been given peace and hope in my future.

Posted by mike | November 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney

5 star

After spending many sleepless nights worried about approaching deadlines and payments I finally resolved to explore my options. Bankruptcy is that word that you use regarding other less fortunate folks, certainly not for people like me, we were raised to pay our debt and stand by our word. To say I... agonized does not do verbal justice to the torment of those nights. I shopped google for 5-star reviews and came upon Neil, Stu and their staff. My first impression was these are decent and honorable men. Their concern for doing right not just by me but even to include my creditors was clear from the start. They could protect my interests and my assets and more importantly my dignity. You walk in and the sea is stormy, and your ship is rocked, and you walk away, and the sea is stilled. Amazing really! God Bless them and Keep them. The only more difficult thing I have done is divorce and I never loved those lawyers. You can’t make this decision lightly, but if circumstances demand it, these are your guys. I could not offer a higher recommendation and the staff is excellent, friendly and caring. Mike

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Neil R Crane's Lawyer Endorsements

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Audra Buckland

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer., Neil has been practicing law for the past 37 years and his knowledge of consumer debt litigation, bankruptcy, foreclosure defense and debt settlement is second to none!"

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Jennifer Tremesani

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"The Law Offices of Neil Crane is the leading provider of bankruptcy and debt relief in Connecticut."

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Sarah Poriss

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I often refer clients to Neil because I know he can quickly analyze their situation and come up with a appropriate strategy. I am confident in his representation and it's great to know I can rely on him when I can't help someone who contacts my office."

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Brian Lambeck

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Neil exudes professionalism and care; I fully endorse this attorney."

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Richard Hastings

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Neil is an aggressive and very knowledgeable advocate who zealously protects the interests of his clients."

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Daniel Blinn

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Head of Firm, Law Offices of Neil Crane, LLC

Associations

2007 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

1990 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

1990 - Present

National Bankruptcy Institute

Member

1990 - Present

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Member

1990 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute, Consumer Bankruptcy

Member

1984 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1984 - Present

Connecticut Bar Association

Member

Education

1983

University of Connecticut School of Law, Hartford, Connecticut

JD - Juris Doctor

1979

Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Commercial Law and Bankruptcy: The Year in Review

Consumer Bankruptcy Year in Review

Languages

English

Spanish

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