John D. Cromie

Practice Areas

John Cromie is an exceptionally experienced business lawyer. As Chair of Connell Foley's Corporate and Business Law Group, he represents entities ranging from Fortune 100 public companies to privately owned mid‑cap enterprises and startup ventures. He is well-versed in the area of mergers and acquisitions, as well as in the purchase, sale, leasing and development of commercial real estate. John also has significant experience representing lenders and documenting asset-based and real estate-based commercial loans and credit facilities. He often serves as outside general counsel to his clients, working with closely held businesses in a variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, specialty chemical and health care. He provides a “one stop shop” for in-house legal teams, who appreciate his responsiveness, efficiency and practical approach to finding solutions to their day-to-day legal issues as well as more complex matters, such as succession planning. John is also Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Directors of USLAW Network.

Career

Connell Foley LLP: 1988 to present

Personal

Board of Directors, Oasis: A Haven for Women and Children

Board Member, Notre Dame Lawyers of New York City

Audit Committee Member, Eva’s Village

Former Councilman, Borough of Allendale

Former Adjunct Professor, Seton Hall University School of Law