Hon. Stephen G. Crane (Ret.)

Justice Crane transitioned to private dispute resolution after a distinguished twenty-seven-year tenure within the New York State Unified Court System. His judicial career included serving as an Associate Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, and as the Administrative Judge of the Supreme Court, Civil Term, in New York County. Since entering private practice, he has presided over a wide array of complex domestic and international matters, utilizing his deep understanding of substantive law and appellate processes to facilitate settlements and render arbitration awards.

A seasoned jurist with extensive appellate and administrative experience, well-suited for high-stakes commercial arbitrations and complex mediations requiring authoritative legal analysis.

Served as both a high-level trial court administrator and an appellate justice, providing a unique dual perspective on litigation management and legal error.

He is highly regarded by legal professionals for his intellectual rigor, fair temperament, and ability to navigate highly technical legal disputes with clarity.