Craig Diallo Carson

Craig Diallo Carson

also known as Craig D. Carson

4.8
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Rochester, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Landlord & Tenant ... +2 more

45 Exchange Blvd., Suite 736, Rochester, NY

About Craig

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

13 years

25%
Child Support 12%

14 years

12%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 16 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2010

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Craig D. Carson

45 Exchange Blvd., Suite 736, Rochester, NY, 14614

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Craig Diallo Carson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

99 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 29 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney

CcCompassionate, Understanding, and Truly Cares

I had a great experience working with Craig during my eviction case as a landlord. From the beginning, he took the time to listen to me, understand my situation, and work with me financially, which I truly appreciated. What stood out most was that Craig genuinely cared. I never felt like I was jus...t another case. He was patient, understanding, and made sure I felt heard throughout the process. Being a landlord and dealing with an eviction can be stressful and financially difficult, and having an attorney who was both knowledgeable and compassionate made a huge difference. I’m very grateful for Craig’s help and would absolutely recommend him to other landlords looking for an attorney who will listen, care, and work with you.

Posted by Azaria | September 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Compassionate, Knowledgeable, & Truly Dedicated

I highly recommend Craig Carson for anyone needing help with child support or custody matters. He is attentive, knowledgeable, honest, and genuinely cares about his clients. He always takes the time to answer my questions and explain things clearly. I truly appreciate his honesty and guidance through...out my case and feel confident knowing I have someone who genuinely has my best interests in mind.

Posted by Aisha | September 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney

He is Very thorough

I highly recommend Craig Carson for anyone looking for an experienced and understanding family law attorney. He took the time to truly listen and understand my situation, was patient, never pressured me, and made sure everything was explained clearly so I understood what was happening. Though my c...ase happened quickly his knowledge, and representation made a difference. The case was ruled in my favor. I’m grateful for the way he handled my case and represented me. He is respected in the community for his work in Divorce Court and Family court matters, and I can understand why. If you’re looking for someone who will listen, advocate for you, and approach your situation with understanding, I definitely recommend him.

Posted by Camaje | September 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Tenant & landlord

I can’t say enough good things about Mr. Craig Diallo Carson and the way he helped me and my wife during one of the lowest and most stressful points in our lives. We were facing what felt like a definite eviction, and honestly, we didn’t know where to turn or what to do next. We felt like no one w...as listening to us and like we were facing this situation completely alone. Reaching out to Mr. Carson changed that. From the beginning, he made us feel like we had someone in our corner. He took the time to listen to us, check in on us, explain things clearly, and genuinely make sure that we were okay. That meant more to us than I can put into words. When you’re going through something as stressful as potentially losing your home, having someone who treats you like a person—not just another case—makes a tremendous difference. Mr. Carson was also incredibly understanding when it came to his fees. He worked with us on pricing so that we could actually afford the legal help we desperately needed. That level of compassion and understanding is something my family and I will never forget. When it felt like nobody wanted to hear us and nobody was there for us, Mr. Carson was there. He gave us hope when we were scared and helped us navigate a situation that we truly didn’t know how to handle. Mr. Carson, I sincerely appreciate everything you did for me and my family. Thank you for standing by us, treating us with dignity, and helping us when we needed it most. I will always be grateful for the way you showed up for my family during such a difficult time. If you’re looking for an attorney who genuinely cares about his clients and will treat you with compassion and respect, I would absolutely recommend Mr. Craig Diallo Carson.

Posted by anonymous | September 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Carson Wins!

I can’t say enough good things about Carson! He has helped me through both my divorce and custody/visitation cases, and every time I’ve found myself in another legal battle, he’s always come through for me. He’s honest, transparent, and patient. He walked me through every step and always made sure... I understood what was going on. Something I really appreciate!

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Craig Diallo Carson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Child support lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very knowledgeable family law attorney, dedicated to his clients' success."

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Carolyn Chase

Child custody lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Craig is a colleague of mine, and always comes prepared. He is professional, and fights vigorously for his clients."

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Lawrence Krieger

Family lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I recently met Craig Carson as opposing counsel on a particularly difficult family law case. Craig was a very strong advocate for his client - while still being an amiable opponent. I recommend Craig as an attorney, especially if you have a legal problem requiring a very diligent advocate."

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Gregory Salmon

Family lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marla Pilaroscia

Family lawyer

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Carolyn Chase

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Empire State Counsel, New York State Bar Association

2012

Empire State Counsel, New York State Bar Association

Work Experience

2013 - 2014

Associate, Trevett, Cristo, Salzer & Andolina

Associations

2016 - Present

Rochester Black Bar Association

2010 - Present

Monroe County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Bridges v. Snead

Client obtained Sole Custody

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Education

2009

Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Temple University

Bachelor's Degree

Languages

English

Activity

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