EXPERIENCED, AGGRESSIVE, & PROVEN CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
John Crangle represents clients charged with criminal offenses. He’s handled almost every criminal charge: from simple traffic tickets to murder charges. John has tried 10+ jury-trials in General Sessions as lead attorney. He has tried many more bench trials.
John focuses his practice on DUI Defense, Criminal Defense, and Personal Injury. He has successfully tried DUI and criminal trials to not-guilty verdicts.
Crangle Law Firm LLC has a successful personal injury practice. When our client was injured in a motorcycle wreck. Crangle Law Firm LLC recovered $100,000 in under four months.
John was born & raised in Lexington, SC. He attended Clemson University and Emory Law School. After graduating from Emory Law, with honors, he worked at the Greenville Public Defender’s Office. As an Assistant Public Defender, John represented clients facing charges of murder, drug trafficking, criminal sexual conduct, DUI, domestic violence, fraud, and many other charges.
John entered private practice in 2016 and worked as an associate with a local law-office until 2019, when John founded Crangle Law Firm LLC.
John was named a “Rising Star” for 2021 and is a Top Rated SuperLawyer in Upstate South Carolina. He focuses his practice on DUI defense and criminal defense.
In his free time, John spends time with his wife and two young boys, watching Clemson football, playing soccer, and bowling. He lives in Greenville with his family.
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Memberships
- South Carolina Bar, 2012
- North Carolina Bar, 2013
- Supreme Court of the United States, 2019
- United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, 2019
- United States District of South Carolina, 2019
- Certified Lead Counsel For Death Penalty Defense by Supreme Court of South Carolina, 2020
- Haynsworth-Perry Inn of Court Member, 2016 – current
- South Carolina Bar House of Delegates Member, 2014-2018
- Greenville County Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys Member, 2013 – current
- South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys Member, 2013 – current
Education
- Emory University School of Law, J.D. with honors, 2012
- Clemson University, B.A. History cum laude, 2009
Publications
Speaker
- South Carolina Court Administration Magistrate Intensive Training Seminar, 2018
- Instructor on Hearsay and Confrontation Clause Issues
- National Mock Trial Tournament Commenting Judge, 2013 & 2016
Professional Development
- National Institute of Trial Advocacy Graduate, 2013
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) – Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, 2016
- DataMaster Training Class (Certified by Former Instructor at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy)
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Lisa Ngo
13:55 08 Jan 22
John was the BEST! Very responsive and made the whole process very smooth! Highly recommended!! Money well spent. Thank... you again John!read more
Sam Masters
17:51 05 Jan 22
John Crangle more than exceeded my expectations concerning the very complicated issue of getting my habitual offender... charge (in South Carolina) squared away in another state (North Carolina). It was a fairly complex and intricate situation but John Crangle moved through it with a professionalism and a sense of care and concern that I haven't experienced with any other attorney! I would recommend him to anyone for any legal matter that he is qualified to address! I will use him again if ever the need arrises with no hesitation!Thank you John 👍read more
Malinda Washington
19:31 03 Dec 21
If you are looking for someone that is professional, quick response, fight for you and deliver results, look know... further. I was amazed with John’s results and how he delivered results with helping my family. Truly appreciate your serviceread more
ALLISON TURNER
14:37 25 Nov 21
I was in a bad accident February 2021 , lucky to be alive , John Crangle helped me so much , very honest, good with... information, and will help you .. if u need help call him , and he will take good care of you ..Thank John for everything!!!!read more
Mark T Hendrix
19:39 18 Nov 21
I just want to say thank you for all you've done , and I will recommend you to anyone I hear of needing legal help or... advise.read more
Wayne Pace
17:37 04 Nov 21
Was very well pleased, case was handled very professionally and would recommend this man to anyone and if I ever need... another lawyer he would be my man so I appreciate what he's done. thank youread more
Joe Sorochin
11:43 15 Oct 21
Had several DUI's in NYS preventing me from getting my license in SC. John was able to work with both States and able... to obtain my license. Always kept me informed as to the status. Able to now drive for the first time in over 10 years.read more
Nathan Miller
13:02 10 Sep 21
If you are looking for an attorney to represent you against a traffic violation look no further.You I have found your... advocate in Attorney John Crangle.The communication with his office has been concise and effective. My ticket was dismissed. Before you just pay your ticket it would be who’ve you to call John Crangle’s officeExtenuating cost of a traffic ticket cost you much more than just the ticket.Your insurance will cost you more. Many employers look at your driving record it could affect your job. A big thanks for your service.One of Greenville South Carolina‘s finest.SincerelyNate Millerread more
Kristy Geisler
17:18 07 Sep 21
I appreciate the high level of professionalism that John Crangle provided to me. He resolved my situation, and kept me... informed about all aspects of the legal system in Anderson County.read more
Maleea Parker
15:36 10 Aug 21
John Crangle is the best! Very professional and informative with your case! Definitely recommend him to anyone who... needs help with criminal court/traffic court! He handles all different types of cases and knows exactly what he's doing. Thanks again John! Its been a pleasure doing business with you! Hopefully i don't need anymore legal help, but if I do, I know who to call!read more
Rick Thompson
16:47 30 Jul 21
Crangle Law was very helpful with a family member's traffic violation. Thorough and very knowledgeable about the laws... and processes for South Carolina. They followed up and walked us through the process of dealing w a first encounter with the downside of speeding.Good job and definitely worth the money.read more
Stephan Großmann
10:12 28 Jul 21
My wife had an accident in a parking lot and received a traffic ticket incl. that the case was transferred to court.... After the first court appointment we decided to hire a lawyer, because we had the feeling that we need somebody professional to end this weird case. After two frustrating days of research and calls with numerous companies we found John. He gave a free consultation! and excepted the case immediately. He was professional from the beginning to the end. Highly recommend him.read more
Casey Dietz
15:15 25 Jun 21
Contacted many lawyers about my case and John Crangle was the only one who answered his own calls and the only one who... knew what to do about my case without any research or thought. Would recommend him to anybody in need of a great lawyer.read more
Charity Terry
13:41 24 Jun 21
Hired John to take care of a traffic ticketHe was prompt professional & meet every court date. Kept me informed with... the whole process. Would definitely use again if needed & recommend to anyoneread more
Fw Heze
18:48 25 May 21
This man is a life saver! He kept me informed every step of the way and was always straight forward. He did an... excellent job with my case and I'd highly recommend Crangle Law Firm to anyone with legal issues.read more
Ricky Ricardo
13:42 15 May 21
This lawyer gets the job done! He has helped a family friend of mine with no problem. If I need assistance again (best... that I avoid it in the first place) I’m coming back to this firm.read more
Kelley Passman
22:29 30 Apr 21
Crangle Law Firm was able to handle my case just as promised. I recommend this company to any and everyone! Use them... and you will not be disappointed. At least I wasn’t! I will definitely use them again if needed. Hopefully not though LOL!read more
Vincent Dodge
20:01 25 Apr 21
Mr. Crangle did a great job in handling my legal issue. Quick, polite, easy to work with, and affordable. Definitely... would recommend!read more
Christine Goode
17:22 14 Apr 21
John Crangle is very professional and always responded in a timely manner if I had a question!! I would Definitely... recommend him to anyone who needed his professional help!!! Thanks so much John! Sincerely Christineread more
Tereso Martinez
20:36 06 Apr 21
I’m really satisfied with the help I received from Crangle Law Firm! They definitely made us feel like we chose the... right place to represent us, and they were real helpful and caring and I would definitely recommend them for their great work!Thanks Mr.John!read more
Euniceteenhill Johnson
15:20 06 Apr 21
Understanding, good listener,take care of my concern, and handle business in a timing matter.thank GOD for meeting him.
Margaret Davis
17:32 05 Mar 21
This lawyer is an awesome man who does his clients right and is understanding with your sticky situations in life I... highly recommend Mr John Crangle to any in need of his services!! He fights for the little guy and doesn’t let you get swallowed up by the system He works very hard for his clients and I personally thank him so very much for all his everythingread more
v luvit!
15:26 05 Feb 21
Within hours of contacting Crangle Law Firm my legal issue was sorted. I dreaded handling this for so long but he... cleared things up, in what seemed like, the blink of eye. I’m very appreciative and would definitely recommend!read more
Randy Coponen
17:24 01 Feb 21
With me living out of state, I needed someone in the area to represent me. John was amazing from start to finish, I am... very happy I chose to go ahead with him! Highly recommended!read more
varkey joseph
14:37 05 Jan 21
He went over and beyond to help me with my case. He answered all my questions and my worries. My case ended up being... dismissed.He did a great job and I would recommend him to anyone.read more
Ian Harris
20:02 17 Dec 20
My loved one got into some trouble that was definitely out the norm. I researched on google and found John. Out of... every other option online that i looked at on google. after reading his reviews my gut told me to seek Johns counsel.From the beginning John was hands on from the first call. During are first meeting and during the whole court process. He kept myself and my loved one updated during the whole process. Not only did he win the case but he got everything dismissed. Thank you John we are forever grateful for your outstanding service.I encourage anyone who is in legal trouble to seek John because he doesn't treat you like a number hes always available and he keeps everything transparent and he goes in to win not to waste time.read more
yusuf hiis
13:45 12 Oct 20
Crangle Law Firm is awesome! They promptly resolved my legal matter and got my case dismissed. I highly recommend Mr.... Crangle. He gives 100% effort for his clients and communicated with me through the process, helping me feel at ease.read more
MackD247
22:20 24 Sep 20
John was very pleasant to work with it seemed as though after or contract was signed I could just leave it alone and... forget about it as John would handle everything and keep me posted through it all. Throughout my case John was very professional and answered all of my questions. I've never hired an attorney like this and I'm just glad that I hit the jackpot with John, very impressed very satisfied Thank you John.read more
christina siak
18:52 22 Sep 20
John Crangle is a great lawyer! He is very knowledgeable and helpful. The fact the he can interpret law no matter how... small or big is the case is what makes him notable. Crangle Law Firm is really responsive. He answered all our questions and I highly recommend this law firm.read more
Ricardo Castro
12:07 16 Sep 20
I found attorney Crangle on Google. After having a brief phone interview with him I decided that he was the best person... to handle my ticket case. He was very objective and clear about the strategies and possible outcomes. The results exceeded my expectations, and I can say that I am very happy I hired Crangle Law Firm to handle my case. Thank you again, and will definitely recommend Crangle to my family and friends.read more
