Bernard Crane

Bernard Crane has been a dedicated advocate in the fields of criminal and business law in the Washington area since 1985. He holds a degree from George Washington University and earned his law degree from Catholic University. Over the past three decades, he has passionately represented clients facing a wide range of criminal charges, including marijuana offenses, murder, and carjacking. His extensive courtroom and negotiation experience have equipped him to assist thousands of individuals during challenging times.

Before embarking on his legal career, Bernard Crane gained invaluable experience as a private investigator, conducting county-wide investigations. His prior role as a police officer, with experience in undercover narcotics operations, provides him with unique insights into law enforcement procedures and the ability to identify weaknesses in investigations.

Mr. Crane is notably skilled in handling traffic alcohol cases. He has completed advanced training approved by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and holds certification in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. This specialized training allows him to identify errors in officer reports, often leading to case dismissals.

In the realm of business law, Bernard Crane has advised numerous businesses, including accountants, doctors, restaurants, nightclubs, IT vendors, labor services providers, and government contractors. He assists clients from start-up phases to becoming industry leaders, managing legal aspects such as government contracts, bid protests, liquor licensing, union disputes, corporate agreements, leases, and buy-sell agreements. His commitment to treating each client's business as his own ensures comprehensive legal support.