Alan G. Crone

Alan G. Crone is a partner and team leader associated with Barrett & Farahany and the founder of The Crone Law Firm in Memphis, Tennessee. His practice includes employment disputes, litigation, and representation involving businesses and workers who face legal conflicts. He evaluates whether a matter is best handled through negotiation or courtroom advocacy, with an emphasis on developing a strategy that addresses the facts and the client’s objectives.

Crone earned a B.A. in 1987 and a J.D. in 1990 from Memphis State University. During his legal education, he participated in moot court activities, including the National Moot Court Competition Team. That training provided a foundation for presenting legal arguments and resolving disputes. He is licensed in Tennessee and Arkansas and has appeared before several federal trial and appellate courts.

His professional background includes appointment as chief counsel for the Tennessee Department of Employment Security in 1995 and service as an assistant Shelby County attorney from 1996 to 2002. He has also worked in private law practices and held leadership responsibilities in employment-related legal organizations. His work brings together employment law, negotiation, litigation, and experience with government legal matters.

Alan G. Crone has received professional recognition for labor and employment law, including listings as a Super Lawyer in multiple years. He has served in Memphis legal and civic organizations and held leadership positions within the local bar. His legal and public service background informs his work helping clients understand disputed workplace rights, evaluate settlement choices, and respond to complex litigation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Barrett & Farahany, LLP
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association
• Member, The Missouri Bar
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Fellow, Memphis Bar Association (2006)
• Special Judge, Shelby County General Sessions and City of Memphis Court
• Member, Memphis, Tennessee, Arkansas, and American Bar Associations
• Commissioner, City of Memphis Landmarks Commission (2006-2008)
• Chair, Catholic Charities, Inc. (2007-2010)
• Board Member, House of the Good Shepherd of Memphis, Inc. (2012-Present)
• Board Member, St. Louis School (2009-2012)
• Board Member, Family Services of the Mid-South (1996-1998)
• Board Member, Fire Museum of Memphis (1998 to 2001, Treasurer (1999-2000)
• Chairman, Republican Party of Shelby County (1999-2003)

Licensed State

• Arkansas
• Missouri
• Tennessee

Education

• Memphis State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Memphis State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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