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5.0 /5.0
50 Client Reviews
$ 350-350 per hour
PRO
Jeremy T Cranford
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About Jeremy
Biography
| Board Certified Specialist in Real Estate Law (Florida)
| "Rising Star" Rating by Super Lawyers
| AV Preeminent & Client Champion Ratings by Martindale-Hubbell
| 10.0/10.0 "Superb" & "Top Attorney" Ratings by Avvo
| Florida Real Estate Litigation Attorney
| Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator (Circuit & Appellate) & Qualified Arbitrator
| CRANFORD LAW, PL
| Address: 4458 Legendary Dr., Suite 350, Destin, FL 32541
I have focused my practice on issues involving Real Estate Litigation, Transactions, and Government Relations since my career began and, as a result, each new year of practice pays dividends in the knowledge I gain to help future clients in those areas. In addition to that knowledge, I bring, to each project, (1) my extensive training in the law and business of real estate ventures received at the University of Miami's Masters of Laws (LL.M.) Program in Real Estate; (2) my negotiation and consensus-building skills obtained through my career and at the nationally-recognized dispute resolution program at the University of Missouri, School of Law; (3) my meticulous research habits originally sharpened during my time as a member of the Missouri Law Review; (4) my abilities in financial and policy analysis from my time majoring in Economics; (5) a deep personal creativity from my childhood (and continuing today) as a geek; and (6) my diverse internship and work experiences (from Small Firms and Judicial Internships to Large Firms and Gov’t Agencies) prior to practicing.
I take the time to understand my client's perspective and, perhaps more importantly, the perspective of those they find themselves negotiating or litigating with. By doing so, I often find solutions that serve the client in unexpected ways.
I am an Executive Council Member (an an appointed Committee Co-Vice Chair and as an elected At Large Member) of the Real Property Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and actively attend and participate in various committees and subcommittees thereof including (alphabetically): (1) Condominium & Planned Development; (2) Construction Law Committee; (3) Real Property Litigation, (4) Real Property Problems Study, (5) Title Insurance & Industry Liaison (of which I am a Co-Vice Chair), and (6) Title Issues & Standards Committees. As a part of that work, I do my best to help to protect and advance the laws of Florida that involve real property. As a result of that work, I find myself better informed and equipped to secure my clients' rights in real property and avoid pitfalls related to their potential obligations related to real property.
Resourceful, dedicated, and responsive real estate and business attorney serving The Emerald Coast. Ready to assist you with your disputes, projects, or other issues.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Real Estate
50%
17 years
Business
10%
17 years
Construction and Development
10%
17 years
Foreclosure
10%
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2021
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 16 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 14 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
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Posted by Lonnie | March 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Mr Cranford is an expert in real estate law and was a great pleasure to work with.
This was my first time being involved in a lawsuit and Mr. Cranford provided just the kind of professional support that I needed. He was extremely responsive and carefully explained the applicable law along with the nuances that were key to understanding the foundation and potential risks of my case...
Jeremy Cranford
Replied last March 18, 2025Dear Client, Thank you so much for working with me on your matter. You were a pleasure to work with. You were very responsive, you were very helpful in collecting information, and you were ready to delve into the issues and understand what I had to explain about the law and how it impacts your situation. These situations are always hard and I appreciate how well you carried yourself through it! I am glad we got everything resolved and I wish you the best in all things!
Posted by Paul | October 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development
Agent
I hired Jeremy Cranford to represent me in a construction claim dispute. Jeremy was very knowledgeable in Construction Law and represented me very professionally. Jeremy was able to resolve our dispute to my complete satisfaction. I highly recommend Jeremy Cranford and the Cranford Law Firm.
Jeremy Cranford
Replied last March 17, 2025Dear Client, I am so glad we were able to obtain such a positive result. It is often difficult to achieve such a near-total recovery of sums owed and practical considerations can override. However, our preparation, timing, and luck won the day on this one!
Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Father of Alex
This review would have been completed weeks ago but for the challenge I felt in finding adequate words to describe my extreme satisfaction with Mr. Cranford’s legal representation. My entire professional career was spent in aviation performance research and in upper-level management. I only say t...
Jeremy Cranford
Replied last March 17, 2025Dear Client, I enjoyed working with you. Thank you for all your kind thoughts. I appreciate you and, while I hope that you don't need assistance again, I am here if you ever do! Sincerely, Jeremy
Posted by Tim | July 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure
Got the job done with a foreclosure
I was impressed with and appreciative of his handling of our real estate foreclosure procedure. With his help and direction I was able to avoid having to foreclose on the debtor, and renegotiated satisfactory terms that included the payment of his fees. I recommend him highly.
Jeremy Cranford
Replied last March 17, 2025Dear Client, Thank you for your positive thoughts. I was pleased to help you and I am very glad that we got your situation resolved so smoothly. Have a wonderful year! Sincerely, Jeremy
Posted by Laura | May 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Brilliant Attorney with compassion
Throughout our process, Jeremy was always responsive, courteous and professional. He knows real estate laws and it was most helpful in all our proceedings. We felt like we were in great hands with Jeremy. We interviewed numerous other firms and he was by far the most genuine and obviously brilliant...
Jeremy Cranford
Replied last May 08, 2023Dear Laura, Thank you for your kind sentiment and words. I enjoyed working with you and I wish you and your family the best in all things! Sincerely, Jeremy
Jeremy T Cranford's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've encountered Mr. Cranford a number of times in commercial litigation concerning Real Estate. At all times, he has been courteous, professional, and focused on resolving the matter in an efficient manner. Further, Mr. Cranford is always on top of his files and pays close attention to the details...he keeps his opponents on their toes. I endorse Mr. Cranford for any Commercial Litigation matters."
"I previously worked with Jeremy at Ward & Ketchersid. Jeremy is extremely knowledgeable, extremely diligent and extremely ethical. He is also not just involved but proactively involved in the Real Estate Section of the Florida Bar. For all of these reasons and more I endorse Jeremy."
"I have worked with Jeremy on several cases. He is very knowledgeable in real estate law and highly regarded by his peers. Any client would be well served to have Jeremy as an advocate."
"Jeremy is a very detailed oriented person who is passionate about the law. He is knowledgeable (especially in areas of real estate issues), and he can just as easily negotiate a deal as he can litigate strongly on behalf of his clients. I endorse this attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star Award (Real Property Division), Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Best On The Emerald Coast - Best Law Firm, Emerald Coast Magazine
2016
Finest On The Emerald Coast - Finest Law Firm, Northwest Florida Daily News
2015
Finest On The Emerald Coast - Finest Law Firm, Northwest Florida Daily News
2014
Finest On The Emerald Coast - Finest Law Firm, Northwest Florida Daily News
2013
Best On The Emerald Coast - Best Law Firm, Emerald Coast Magazine
2013
Finest On The Emerald Coast - Finest Law Firm, Northwest Florida Daily News
2008
Law Day Scholarship, Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association
2007
Alexander Martin Award, University of Missouri Columbia School of Law
2007
CALI Award in Evidence, University of Missouri Columbia School of Law
N/A
Board Certified Specialist (Real Estate), The Florida Bar, Board of Legal Specialization & Education
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Board Certified Real Estate Attorney, LL.M. (Real Estate), Cranford Law, PL
2012 - 2021
Board Certified Real Estate Attorney, LL.M. (Real Estate), Ward & Ketchersid, P.A.
2011 - 2011
Attorney, Schenewerk & Finkenbinder, LLC
2010 - 2012
Attorney, Cranford Legal, LLC
2010 - 2010
LL.M. Law Clerk, Holland & Knight
2009 - 2009
LL.M. Law Clerk, Brigham Moore, LLP
2008 - 2009
Member, Missouri Law Review
2008 - 2009
Research Assistant, University Of Missouri Columbia School of Law
2008 - 2008
J.D. Law Clerk, Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District
2008 - 2008
J.D. Law Clerk, Missouri Attorney General's Office
2007 - 2007
J.D. Law Clerk, Turner, Reid, Duncan, Loomer & Patton, P.C.
2004 - 2006
Staff, Neale & Newman, LLP
2003 - 2004
Staff, Haden, Cowherd & Bullock, L.L.C.
Associations
2022 - Present
Homestead Issues Committee, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida BarCo-Vice Chair & Committee Member
2020 - Present
Executive Council, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida BarExecutive Council Member
2020 - Present
Title Insurance & Industry Liaison Committee, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida BarCo-Vice Chair & Committee Member
2020 - Present
Construction Law Committee, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida BarCommittee Member
2019 - Present
Condominium & Planned Development Committee, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida BarCommittee Member
2019 - Present
Title Issues & Standards Committee, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida BarPublications Liaison & Committee Member
2019 - Present
Real Property Problems Study Committee, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida BarPublications Liaison & Committee Member
2019 - Present
Real Property Litigation Committee, Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section of the Florida BarCommittee Member
2012 - Present
Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section, The Florida BarMember
2012 - Present
Business Law Section, The Florida BarMember
2011 - Present
Kansas Bar AssociationMember (Inactive)
2010 - Present
Florida Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Missouri Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Phi Alpha ThetaMember
2005 - Present
Omicron Delta EpsilonMember
Trial Lawyer Section of The Florida Bar
Member
2006 - 2009
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Okaloosa County Property Appraiser v. Carol A. Hamby, 128 So.3d 802 (Fla 1st DCA 2013)
Success (per curiam denial of Opposing Party's Petition for Writ of Prohibition)
Education
2010
University of Miami School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2009
University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Missouri State University
Bachelors of Science
Speaking Engagements
2024
RPPTL Executive Council & Committee Meetings
CLE Devise of Florida Homesteads Generally & Application Thereof To Retained Interests or Powers
2024
Live Online Webinar
CLE Partition of Property in Florida: 'Divorcing' Your Co-Owners
2024
2024 Walton County Bar Association Annual Symposium
CLE 2024 Legislative, Regulatory, and Civil Rules Update
2023
Walton County Bar Symposium
CLE 2023 Real Property Legislative Update
2023
Walton County Bar Annual Symposium
CLE Legislative Update
2023
Real Property Litigation Symposium
CLE Recent Caselaw Developments
2022
42nd Annual Legislative & Case Law Update Seminar
CLE Service of Process Changes and Judicial Notice For Online Mapping Service Materials
2022
12/2022 RPPTL Executive Council & Committee Meetings
CLE Termination of Leases Upon Breach: The Requirement of Material Breach
2022
12/2022 RPPTL Executive Council & Committee Meetings
CLE Easement Scope, Selected Caselaw & Drafting Practice Tips
2021
Florida Bar RPPTL Online Webinar
CLE "Death for Dirt Lawyers"
2021
04/2021 RPPTL Executive Council & Committee Meetings
CLE Real Property Rights of Survivorship - Historically & Under Simon v Koplin
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers