Crystal Kramer
Founding Partner
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George Mason University, J.D.
James Madison University, B.A. in Political Science, Minor in Economics
Commonwealth of Virginia
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
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Fairfax Bar Association (Judicial Screening Committee Member, 2022-Present; Member and Former Co-Chair of GDC Committee, 2016-Present)
Alexandria Bar Association (2021-Present)
Alexandria Commission for Women (Chair, 2022-2024; Commissioner 2020-2024)
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Best Lawyers – Real Estate Litigation (2022, 2024)
Arlington Magazine Top Attorney (2021)
Pro Bono Attorney of the Quarter Award, Animal Defense Partnership (2019)
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“When COVID Harms Landlords: How the VRRP Helps,” Virginia Lawyer Magazine (October 2021)
Victim Assistance Training Certificate, Alexandria Domestic Violence Program (2021)
Feminism and Social Justice Certificate, UC Santa Cruz (2020)
Practice Focus
Crystal Kramer is the founder of Kramer Elias, PLLC, where her leadership and strategic thinking have shaped the firm into a trusted partner for clients navigating complex legal challenges. With a strong background in real estate litigation, landlord-tenant disputes, and civil litigation, Crystal brings a wealth of experience and a client-centered approach to every case.
Crystal regularly appears in court, where she successfully represents and consistently secures favorable outcomes for her clients. In addition to her litigation work, she also provides comprehensive legal counseling services to her clients, providing them with important law updates and advice on legal compliance to protect their interests. Her specialized expertise in navigating Fair Housing laws and compliance issues has led to successful outcomes for clients facing administrative complaints, ensuring their rights are protected and disputes are resolved favorably.
Previous Experience
Prior to founding Kramer Elias, Crystal was a Principal and the Practice Group Leader of the Landlord Representation practice group at an Am Law 200 law firm. She received her J.D. degree from George Mason University School of Law and her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Economics from James Madison University.