


Education
- Trinity College, 1992
- University of Minnesota Law School, 1996, cum laude
Bar Admissions
- Maine (1996)
- U.S. District Court, District of Maine (1996)
About Attorney Craig Bramley
Attorney Craig Bramley brings years of experience trying and winning personal injury and malpractice cases to his present role as the firm’s managing director. A talented trial lawyer himself, Craig knows what each Berman & Simmons practice group needs to secure the best outcome for clients, and he makes it his mission to assure the firm provides the necessary resources and support. He also oversees business strategy, marketing, hiring, and other key aspects of the firm’s operations. Craig’s unique set of managerial and mentoring skills has guided Berman & Simmons to its present position of dominance in the plaintiff trial field in Maine.
Prior to accepting the firm’s leadership role, Craig represented plaintiffs in medical malpractice and personal injury cases. As a trial attorney, he partnered with other Berman & Simmons attorneys to compile an impressive record of settlements and jury verdicts for his clients, often defeating large corporations and other powerful defendants. Craig utilized his expertise in medical and legal research, writing, and persuasion to develop and present winning cases, including many cases turned down by other firms. In addition, Craig has written and presented extensively on the topics of medical malpractice and trial practice, including the pre-litigation screening panel process.
The quest for innovation, constant improvement, attracting the best talent and cultivating an engaging and supportive work environment defines Craig’s tenure as managing director at the firm. Whether he is researching a legal theory, staying informed about technology and industry trends, or leveraging different tools and strategies to improve work efficiency, Craig is always thinking of new ways for his team to achieve the best results for clients.
Leading with integrity, empathy, and a sense of resilience has earned the trust and respect of Craig’s colleagues and has moved the firm forward through many business challenges. By recognizing the value of open communication, teamwork, and simply doing what’s right, Craig remains committed to service excellence while upholding the firm’s core objectives of successfully representing Maine clients after serious personal injury.


More About Craig
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Recognitions & Achievements
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- Super Lawyers
- The Best Lawyers in America
- Martindale-Hubbell
- AVVO
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Memberships & Distinctions
- Maine State Bar Association
- Maine Trial Lawyers Association
- American Association for Justice
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In The News
- The Business Side of Law: Craig Bramley of Berman & Simmons on 5 Things You Need to Create or Lead a Successful Law Firm, Authority Magazine, August, 2022
- The Jury is Out: With Civil Trials at a Standstill, Attorneys Look to Ease the Backlog, MaineBiz, November, 2020
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Presentations
- Cybersecurity: Ethical and Practical Considerations, Maine State Bar Association, Winter Conference, 2025
- Effective Management and Mentoring, Maine Trial Lawyers Winter Seminar, March 2017
- The Presentation of a Complex Personal Injury Case Can Be Streamlined and Enhanced Through the Use of Currently Available Technology
- Emerging Issues in Professional Negligence Litigation, Maine State Bar Association Annual Meeting, 2006
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Publications
- Ready for the Next 100 Years, IN BRIEF (Berman & Simmons, Lewiston, Me.), Summer 2016
- The Practical Implications of the Continuing Negligent Treatment Doctrine, IN BRIEF (Berman & Simmons, Lewiston, Me.), Spring 2013
- Evaluation of Bowel Injury Cases, IN BRIEF (Berman & Simmons, Lewiston, Me.), Summer, 2011
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, IN BRIEF (Berman & Simmons, Lewiston, Me.), Spring 2010
- Taking on Medical Malpractice Cases, IN BRIEF (Berman & Simmons, Lewiston, Me.), Summer 2008

Craig's Client Testimonials
When the Stakes are High, We Deliver
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“Craig is an empathic and patient lawyer who demonstrates that my needs will be met by listening intently to me.”- Brett S.
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“Craig has consistently been a person who demonstrates a high level of integrity, expertise and a deep commitment to serving others.”- Melanie N.
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“Every interaction I had with Craig demonstrated a complete understanding of the law as well as the merits, strengths, and also the weaknesses of the case.”- Ryan H.
