Bryan McCracken, Business Attorney in New York
4 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation
New, NY
Practicing business in New York since 2022.
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Bryan McCracken is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation. Bryan has 4 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- New York, NEW YORK
- Experience
- 4 years
- Known for
- Business · Criminal Defense · Litigation
- Handles Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- 4 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Bryan McCracken: Bryan McCracken is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation. Bryan has 4 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Bryan McCracken
Bryan concentrates on business, criminal defense, litigation, and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Criminal Defense
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Litigation
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White Collar
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Business cases in New York
Bryan takes business matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in New York
Bryan takes criminal defense matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Bryan takes litigation matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
White Collar cases in New York
Bryan takes white collar matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Bryan McCracken — 4 years of New York business experience
Bryan McCracken is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation. Bryan has 4 years of legal experience.
Bryan W. McCracken is a litigation associate who joined Ford O’Brien Landy LLP in 2022. Bryan mainly focuses on white-collar criminal defense, government & regulatory investigations, and complex commercial and securities litigation. Bryan has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® – Securities Litigation for 2024.
While at Ford O’Brien Landy LLP, Bryan has assisted with the following representations:
- A foreign CEO in federal district court on criminal charges related to economic sanctions on transactions involving a prohibited foreign country
- A hedge fund in a breach of contract action against a publicly traded company
- A business professional in investigations brought by the New Jersey Bureau of Securities and the Securities and Exchange Commission
- An employee of a large financial institution in an insider trading investigation brought by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York
- Individuals in both federal and state healthcare fraud and Anti-Kickback Statute investigations
- An individual in connection with $300 million asset seized by the U.S. government
Prior to joining the firm, Bryan obtained experience in federal litigation, interning with the United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York, Civil Division. During his time there, he helped defend the United States against two major administrative policy challenges. Additionally, Bryan was selected as a New York State Pro Bono Scholar, where he passed the New York State Bar Exam early during his final year of law school and then devoted the remainder of law school to pro bono landlord-tenant litigation with Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A in King's County Housing Court.
Bryan holds a J.D. from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in Manhattan, New York, where he graduated in the Spring of 2022. He served on the editorial board of the Cardozo International & Comparative Law Review, as a research assistant in emerging e-discovery trends in civil litigation, and as a Teaching Assistant for first year students in Civil Procedure.
Bryan received his undergraduate degree in Political Science, magna cum laude, from Seton Hall University.
In his spare time, Bryan enjoys following his favorite sports team, the New York Rangers, and exploring the amazing food scene New York City has to offer.
Education- Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, New York, New York
- J.D. - 2022
- Seton Hall
- Honors: magna cum laude
- Major: Political Science
- New York
- New Jersey
- U.S. District Court Southern District of New York
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York
- U.S. District Court District of New Jersey
- U.S. Court of Appeals 2nd Circuit
How Bryan handles business matters
Bryan W. McCracken is a litigation associate who joined Ford O’Brien Landy LLP in 2022. Bryan mainly focuses on white-collar criminal defense, government & regulatory investigations, and complex commercial and securities litigation. Bryan has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® – Securities Litigation for 2024. While at Ford O’Brien Landy LLP, Bryan has assisted with the following…
Who Bryan represents
Bryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, criminal defense, and litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Bryan McCracken's legal education and bar admissions
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
J.D. · 2022
Jurisdictions
Bryan's state bar admissions
New Jersey, New Jers
2022 · ACTIVE
New York, New York S
2022 · ACTIVE
Bryan studied at J.D. in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Bryan completed J.D. in Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bryan runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Bryan McCracken
Bryan has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026).
Locations
Bryan McCracken's office in New York
Bryan's primary office is at 31 W. 52nd Street, Suite 1900, New York, New York, 10019. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Bryan McCracken — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bryan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bryan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bryan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Bryan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Bryan
Bryan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Bryan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bryan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bryan McCracken
How much does it cost to hire Bryan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bryan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bryan offer a free consultation?
Bryan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bryan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Bryan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New York typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Bryan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bryan take my case if I'm outside New York?
Bryan is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Bryan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Bryan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Bryan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bryan accepting new business clients right now?
Bryan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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