Eugene Carson III

Eugene Carson III

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Riverside, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

3890 11th Street, Suite 103, Riverside, CA

About Eugene

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

I am a former Deputy District Attorney. We have gotten murder charges dismissed, domestic violence, rape, robbery and DUI cases dismissed. I am familiar with the practices of the District Attorney's Office. I can use that insight to your advantage!

20 years | 1,000 cases

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

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Eugene Carson

3890 11th Street, Suite 103, Riverside, CA, 92501

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Eugene Carson III's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

119 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 118 reviews

Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best law firm around.

I recently had the privilege of working with Eugene Carson and his exceptional law firm, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Faced with several felony charges, I was understandably anxious about my situation. However, from the moment I engaged Eugene's services, I felt reassured by his profess...ionalism and expertise. Eugene worked diligently on my case, leaving no stone unturned in his defense strategy. His attention to detail and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome were evident throughout the process. I was consistently impressed by his ability to explain complex legal concepts in a way that was easy to understand, making me feel informed and empowered every step of the way. The entire staff at the firm is amazing, but I would like to give a special shout-out to paralegal Yahira. Her support and dedication were invaluable to my case. Yahira was always available to answer my questions, provide updates, and offer encouragement during a challenging time. Her professionalism and kindness made a real difference in my experience. Overall, I am incredibly grateful for Eugene Carson and his team. They not only fought hard for my defense but also provided the compassion and support I needed during a difficult period. If you are in need of legal representation, I wholeheartedly recommend Eugene Carson and his outstanding law firm. Thank you, Eugene and Yahira, for your incredible work!

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

1000% Recommend to Hire Eugene Carson!!!

This is the lawyer that will help you with your legal issues with care that feels like he is a family member trying his hardest for you. I have known Eugene for about a year and half now, and met him under unfortunate circumstances that he really helped me through into the best outcome possible. When... I met Eugene, I did not know what to do, and I was helpless/in shock/scared. I called over 25 different lawyers to figure out who to hire and ultimately chose Eugene. I chose Eugene because he was very patient, kind, approachable, human, and empathized. I took too much of his time, but he never made me feel like a bother. I met him twice before hiring him and he was so kind and assured me everything will work out. When everything initially happened, he spent hours on the phone talking through different scenarios, strategizing, and providing clear directions on how we should proceed. I went from feeling lost to having choices and a plan. I need to emphasize how patient, kind, genuine, and responsive he was through the initial process. As the process continued, he kept me updated with everything and arrived early to support every needed appearance. Everything went as smooth as it could. Eugene comes with years and years of experience working in the DA office, and has been very successful as a defense attorney. I followed his advice to keep living my life, and everything will work out. At the end, he helped me attain the best possible outcome and continues to check-in with me. Someone told me that a good lawyer has the good communication skills, analytical skills, integrity, experience, negotiation skills, attention to detail, and creativity, and a great lawyer has all those skills listed and knows the system/the judges/the DA office/etc. and I will say that Eugene is a great lawyer. He operates at the highest level with his skills, is extremely caring, respectful, and likable with anyone he interacts with, and has built credibility within the justice system that you should hire and trust him with your legal needs. I have a lot of respect for Eugene, and I appreciate everything that he has done for me. I cannot thank him enough, and will be forever grateful to him.

Posted by Ryan | January 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Eugene is the MAN!!!

Mr. Carson was recommended to me by a family member who has utilized his skills in the past. Communication with his office was almost always immediate. Being in a defense situation there are always worries and anxieties that surround the case and the wonder of what will happen. Mr. Carson was transpa...rent about all the possibilities that could happen as a result of my own mistake. He handled the case professionally and was able to have my charges dismissed pending minor actions on my part. Hopefully I won’t have to but in any future scenarios he will be my first and only call that I make. Thank you Carson law firm and God bless!

Posted by anonymous | January 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Victor

I had a first time DV and on 12/30/2024 my case was dismissed. What a relief

Posted by Jojo muny | September 14, 2024

Above And beyond

I would like to express my gratitude toward the Mr. Carson and his paralegal Yahaira thanks for reaching out to me and understanding my concerns and the situation I had. I do appreciate your timely and quick response and the fact that you was ready to take action in resolving my issue getting it tak...en care of. Thank you to Carson Law Firm you came through to help me.

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Eugene Carson III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amir Alavi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Carson for years as a prosecutor and now as a fellow defense attorney. He is as good as it gets and I highly recommend his services."

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Vincent Hughes

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowledgeable is an understatement! Eugene is a great attorney who fights tenaciously for his clients!"

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Gregory Rollins

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Back when I was a prosecutor, I had several cases wherein Eugene was the defense attorney. Without a doubt, Eugene is one of the most passionate and fiercest defense attorneys I had to go up against. You can rest assured that when you have Eugene as your lawyer, you have one of the best!"

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Mohammad Qazi

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Eugene Carson is the consummate professional and dedicated to his clients. I have seen him take the toughest cases and fight hard for his clients. He is an aggressive advocate for the accused."

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Juan Dotson

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would recommend Eugene for criminal and family law cases. His experience as a prosecutor years ago gives him unique insight into how to resolve cases. When I needed Eugene to help on family law cases, he was informative and got the job done for our clients."

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Ronald Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Carson is a dedicated and compassionate advocate who has demonstrated time and again that he willing to go the extra mile for his clients."

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Stephen Allen

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He knows everyone. Expert in family law and criminal law. I've known him for years, on both sides and I highly recommend him!"

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Henry Rodgers

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Isaac Vega

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knows how to get the cuffs off and keep them off!"

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Jonathan Mendoza

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Pryor

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Eugene is a former DA and a great Criminal Defense Attorney !!"

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Eugene for many years. He is an aggressive attorney that is well respected in the courts. I have seen Eugene work out some great results for his clients time and time again."

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Kabir Randhava

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I recently had the pleasure with working with Mr. Carson on a family law matter; the fear often in handling family law matters from an attorney's perspective is that opposing counsel will be especially difficult to deal with; however, this was not the case with Mr. Carson, him and I were able to take very contentious issues and meet and confer in an effective way for our clients; I was thoroughly impressed by Mr. Carson's ability to listen, his legal acumen but most importantly his willingness to find the best possible solution to the legal issues before him for his client. If you are looking for a passionate, skilled family law attorney look no further to Mr. Carson."

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Mieke ter Poorten

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recently worked with Eugene Carson on a case in Riverside. He is a very dedicated, loyal and hardworking attorney. He is smart, fair and patient. I was most impressed with the passion he had to defend his client and research issues until he found the legal argument he needed to get a good result for his client. My highest recommendation."

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Amir Alavi

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gregory Rollins

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kenneth Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mohammad Qazi

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Beyersdorf

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ronald Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Juan Dotson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephen Allen

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kabir Randhava

Family lawyer

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Mieke ter Poorten

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Employee of the Month, Riverside County District Attorney's Office

2007

Employee of the Month, Riverside County District Attorney's Office

Work Experience

2012 - 2019

Owner, THE CARSON LAW FIRM

2006 - 2012

Prosecuting Attorney, Riverside County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

R.T. Fields Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Trial Advocacy Honors Board

Trial Attorney

2003 - Present

Moot Court Honor Society

Oral Advocacy Member

2003 - 2003

Consumer Attorneys Trial Advocacy Honor's Board

Trial Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Shaw

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Education

2004

Whittier College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Loyola University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2019

Heights Christian

Lawyer Ethics

Publications

Languages

English

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