Jeffrey E. Crane

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Jeffrey E. Crane

4.1
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 33 years

Litigation Lawyer at Northbrook, IL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Lawsuits & Disputes, Business ... +3 more

1363 Shermer Road, Suite 222, Northbrook, IL

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About Jeffrey

Biography

Experienced litigation attorney. Call now for a free consultation.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Business 25%

Attorney Crane represents businesses and individuals associated with companies in many types of litigation related to ownership, assets, property, contracts, and other matters arising through operations.

34 years

25%
Lawsuits and Disputes 25%

If you have any lawsuit, dispute, appeal of a decision, or any litigation matters, Attorney Crane can help. Give him a call today for a free consultation.

34 years

25%
Litigation 25%

Complex | Commercial | Financial Services | Insurance & Reinsurance | Class Action | Intellectual Property | Antitrust/Competition Law | Appellate | Attorney Crane can help you with your litigation matters. Call him today for a free consultation.

34 years

25%
Class Action 10%

Proven track record of successfully defending clients against class action claims in the great state of Illinois. Call now.

34 years

10%
Intellectual Property 10%

Attorney Crane has represented several businesses in intellectual property disputes over trademarks and tradenames. He is qualified to help you through the same matters, so contact him today.

34 years

10%
Contracts and Agreements 5%

Attorney Crane can help you with your contracts, agreements, and disputes.

34 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

20%-33%

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 33 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1992

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Jeffrey E. Crane

1363 Shermer Road, Suite 222, Northbrook, IL, 60062

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Law Office of Jeffrey E. Crane, LLC

105 W. Madison Street,, Suite 1500, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Jeffrey E. Crane's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2024 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Incredibly helpful & honest

I have been calling attorneys all morning trying to get an idea of whether or not I even have a case and how I should pursue my (company's) clients unpaid invoices. We're a small company and its been difficult to navigate when you have very limited resources and its already been a challenging year. E...very attorney I reached out to didn't want to answer my question or said they would charge me their hourly rate to even speak with them. Since I wasn't sure if I even had a case, I was hesitant to put money into a situation where my company is already out thousands of dollars. Not only did Jeffrey actually listen to my situation, he gave me honest and helpful advice. He gave a great overview of what my first steps would be, the possible outcomes, as well as what might be the best choice financially. I appreciated the fact that he was genuinely trying to help me and wasn't pushing me to become a client. He even offered me cost-effective solutions since he knew we were in a bind, which was very kind of him. I also appreciated that he didn't brush off my questions and took his time to answer them even though his time is incredibly valuable. I am incredibly grateful and feel better knowing what my options actually are. Thank you again, Jeffrey!

Posted by Dan | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Litigation Specialist

I've been working with Jeff for over a year and he has been fantastic in making the process of our litigation as painless as possible. He manages timelines very well, communicates information/decision points to us in terms we can easily understand, and displays a deep understanding of the laws appli...cable to our dispute. It's a relief to have someone you can count on to be consistently reliable and forthcoming in these disputes. He's been great to work with and I would absolutely recommend hiring him.

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommend

Mr. Crane provided us exact and timely guidance we needed throughout our lawsuit against a company for fraud and breach of contract. We knew very little about the legal process and he patiently explained things that confused us, and made sure that we stayed focused on what was relevant to the case. ... If we had any questions he was easily available by phone or e-mail. Although most of our interactions were of course based on facts, if we wanted his opinion to help round out our understanding, he would provide that too. He always represented us well and provided timely updates from court hearings.

Posted by Lisa | January 16, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very responsive and thorough handling of legal matter!

I was in a partnership with someone who was abusing their managing member authority, and was stuck in a holding pattern for two years. I put in a search for an attorney to assist me, and Jeffrey Crane contacted me within 24 hours. He spoke at length to me about my options, asked lots of clarifying ...questions so that he understood the background, and then recommended a course of action. I followed his advice, and he was able to bring my partnership to a conclusion in a timely manner. He was diligent in following up with my former partner's attorney and consistently prodded them into ultimately settling the matter out of court to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend Jeffrey Crane for any matters involving a dissolution of partnership.

Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Lack of Communication and Billing Transparency

I retained this attorney to assist with post-judgment matters, including pursuing relief from existing judgments. While the initial engagement was straightforward, communication became limited over time, and I did not receive consistent updates regarding the status or progression of the case. Ulti...mately, there was a lack of clarity around what work had been performed relative to the billing that followed. In addition, I was not informed in a timely manner of changes in representation when the attorney transitioned firms, which added further uncertainty during an already time-sensitive matter. I recognize that legal proceedings can be complex and outcomes are never guaranteed. However, clear communication, transparency in billing, and proactive client updates are critical in matters of this nature. Based on my experience, I would encourage prospective clients to establish clear expectations at the outset regarding communication and billing practices.

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Jeffrey E. Crane's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Hanlon

Litigation lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I unequivocally endorse Jeff Crane. His experience, diligence and intelligence make Jeff a great choice for litigation matters. Jeff is a true professional."

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Stephen Kupperman

Insurance lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jeff is hard-working, smart and conscientious, and represents his clients very well. I am proud to endorse him."

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William Factor

Litigation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is an exceptional lawyer with tremendous experience. He offers his client tremendous value."

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Jack Epstein

Litigation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jeff is a guy you want to have on your side. He is very personable and is extremely smart. Most importantly, he is a skilled lawyer who is persuasive and tough and is completely and totally honest with his clients. You'll be in good hands with him on your side."

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Richard Saldinger

Litigation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Jeff Crane. He is a extremely talented attorney with a strong sense of ethics."

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Jack Epstein

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Member, Law Office of Jeffrey E. Crane, LLC

2003 - 2014

Partner, Sidley Austin LLP

2000 - 2003

Partner, Sachnoff & Weaver, Ltd.

1996 - 2000

Associate, Winston & Strawn, LLP

1992 - 1996

Associate, Seyfarth Shaw

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Federal Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

PMO Chicago v. Building #1 Realty Services, Inc.

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Education

1992

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2015

Rule 68 Offers of Judgment in Putative Class Actions: Litigation Strategies Given Growing Circuit Split

Class Actions

Publications

2013

BNA publications The Pick Off’ Move: An Effective Strategy To Terminate Class Litigation?

2013

BNA publications Class Action Arbitration Waivers: Recent Developments and Cases to Watch

2011

Sidley Austin LLP Insurance & Financial Services Group AT&T Mobility LLC v. Concepcion, 131 S. Ct. 1740 (2011)

2011

BNA publications A New Battleground in Class Actions: Rule 23(a)(2)’s Commonality Requirement

Languages

English

Activity

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