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also known as Steve Crandall
With decades of trial experience and admission in Ohio, Kentucky, and federal courts, Steve Crandall has established himself as a formidable advocate for clients facing life-changing injuries. Steve is known for his meticulous case investigation, relentless pursuit of justice, and constant communication with clients. His network of industry contacts and his early work on the defense side of medical malpractice and insurance claims equip him to devise strong, strategic cases. Over his career, Steve has achieved substantial verdicts and settlements—including multiple multimillion-dollar results in personal injury, birth injury, and medical negligence cases—across Ohio and Kentucky. Frequently honored by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and national trial lawyer organizations, Steve’s expertise is recognized throughout the legal field. Steve’s personal journey, shaped by humble beginnings and a commitment to family, fuels his compassion for clients and understanding of the disruptions injuries cause. Beyond his practice, Steve is an in-demand speaker at legal and medical events, providing insight on trial tactics and case strategy. Steve Crandall’s depth of experience, client-focused approach, and unwavering advocacy set him apart as a leading trial lawyer in his field.
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Practice Areas
32 years | 500 cases
32 years | 200 cases
33%-40%
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Mobile
Fax
850 Euclid Ave, #1122, Cleveland, OH, 44114
injuryverdicts.com/our-team/steve-crandall/
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25 Client Reviews
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Posted by Joni | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Lawyer
Stephen was very professional and was able to settle our case for more than we expected. He was very prompt with following up and keeping us updated on everything that was going on with the case. My family is extremely grateful to Stephen and everything he did for us.
Posted by Sharon | August 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice
Professional, Respected, Compassionate, Trustworthy
Steve represented our family in a medical malpractice case against a physician that practices in a very prestigious, well-known hospital. Although we knew that this physician was negligent, we were unsure that any attorney could be successful in proving it, until we met Steve Crandall. After meeting ...
Posted by Tim | August 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice
Commendable...personally and professionally!
It was as a result of a very unfortunate outcome for my wife, from what should have been a fairly straightforward medical procedure, that our family was directed to Steve Crandall. I was certainly appreciative of his guidance, thoroughness, and especially, his patience in working with us, since this...
Posted by Roger | November 19, 2014 | Wrongful Death
An excellent Attorney that is also a great person !
Steve is the most respectful, kind, considerate and knowledgeable attorney that I have ever had the chance to know. From the beginning of our relationship he was very considerate of my feelings ( of losing my wife ) and all that I had to go through and even now that we have made a settlement conce...
Posted by Bagwell | October 15, 2014 | Personal Injury
Expert witness Endorses Mr. Crandall
I was hired by Mr. Crandall as an expert in one of his personal injury cases. I have never worked for Mr. Crandall, and since I'm slowing up and thinking about retiring, may never work for iim again. But, having worked for over 300+ Attorneys in 7 states, I rank Mr. Crandall as one of the top 3 tha...
"I have worked with Steve Crandall on a co-counsel basis for the last couple of years. He is an outstanding attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable in his field, competent, ethical, and a passionate advocate for his clients."
Workers compensation lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
2019
Top 50 Attorney, Cleveland Magazine
2019
Top 100 in Ohio, Super Lawyers Magazine
2019
Lawyer of the Year - Medical Malpractice in NE Ohio, Best Lawyers
2018
Top 100 in Ohio, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Best Lawyer Medical Negligence, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Top 5 in Cleveland, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Top 100 in Ohio, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Top 10 in Ohio, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Best Lawyer in Medical Negligence, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Top 50 in Cleveland, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Top 100 in Ohio, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Top 10 in Ohio, Personal Injury Institute
2015
Top 100 in Ohio, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Top 50 in Cleveland, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Top 100 State of Ohio, Ohio Super Lawyers
2014
Top 50 in Cleveland, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Top 50 in Cleveland, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Top 100 State of Ohio, Ohio Super Lawyers
2012
Top 10 in the State of Ohio, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Top 100-State of Ohio, Ohio Super Lawyers
2012
Top 5-Cleveland, Cleveland Magazine
2011
Top 100 State of Ohio, Ohio Super Lawyers
2010
Platinum Member, Elite Lawyers of America
2010
Top 100 State of Ohio, Ohio Super Lawyers
2009
Platinum Member, Elite Lawyers of America
2009
Ohio Super Lawyers Top 50 Cleveland, Ohio Super Lawyers
2008
Ohio Super Lawyers Top 50 Cleveland, Ohio Super Lawyers
2006
Leadership Forum, American Association for Justice
2006
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Advocates Forum
2006
Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist, National Board of Civil Trial Specialist
2004
Rising Star Lawyer in Ohio, Ohio Super Lawyers
2014 - Present
Partner, Crandall, Pera & Wilt
2011 - Present
Owner, Crandall Law, LLC
2013 - 2014
Partner, Crandall, Moses, Pera & Wilt
2001 - 2010
Attorney, Elk & Elk Associates Co. Ltd.
1997 - 2001
, Reminger & Reminger CO LPA
1992 - 1997
, Jacobson, Maynard, Tuschman & Kalur
2011 - Present
Motorcycle Injury Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaBoard of Trustees
2009 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeBoard of Trustees
2009 - Present
The American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Cleveland Association of Civil Trial AttorneysBoard Member
Member
Member
2013 - 2016
Cleveland Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
Settled for $4.25M
Settlement, $20.5M
Verdict for $7.7M
Verdict $2.5 million
Verdict $9.88 million
Verdict $3 million
Verdict of $10 million
Verdict $2 million
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Focus Groups for Trial Lawyers
2012
Utilizing the Current Climate for Trial Victory
2011
Medical Malpractice Trial Tactics
2009
Obstetrics/Gynecology
2008
Obstetrics/Gynecology
2007
Obstetrics/Gynecology
2007
How to Survive a Deposition 2007
2006
Tort Reform and the Present Climate
2006
Medical Malpractice - Damages in Tort Reform
2006
Fetal Monitoring
2006
Clinical Practice and Liability Issues
2005
Civil Litigation
2005
Fetal Monitoring
1997
Risk Management
2016
English
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